Supervisor

Regional Residential Services Society; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Residential Services Society is seeking a Supervisor to support adults with intellectual disabilities. This role involves leadership, team development, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in human services, coupled with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years proven experience supporting persons with intellectual disabilities.
• Management training and experience are an asset.
• Proficient understanding of intellectual disabilities from a holistic perspective.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for person-centered planning and enhancing service quality.
• Lead and develop staff teams while ensuring adherence to policies.
• Manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Building

Conflict Resolution

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Human Service Field

Job description

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Are you seeking a meaningful career opportunity where you will experience both personal and professional growth? Excited to have a genuine impact on equity, social inclusion, and individual rights for the people you support? If so, the career you have been seeking may be at Regional Residential Services Society (RRSS).

At RRSS, our Mission Statement and values are our foundation. As the largest non-profit community-based residential services agency in Nova Scotia, we strive to provide superior services to adults with intellectual disabilities. Driven by strong values and our vision of inclusion, we are dedicated to creating an organization and work environment which promotes individual growth and career satisfaction.

Start Date:ASAP

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

The successful candidate will carry out their responsibilities in a dynamic and changing environment under the general direction of the Divisional Director and in collaboration with the leadership team at RRSS. They will do so in accordance with the RRSS Principles and Philosophies, Code of Ethics and Policies and Procedures. The successful candidate is highly motivated and results driven with strong organizational and communication skills. The Supervisor is responsible to the individuals receiving supports and services through person-centered planning; advancing social inclusion and enhancing overall service quality. This position requires commitment to service quality through the leadership and development of staff teams and lifelong professional learning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Service Field. Minimum of three years proven experience supporting persons with intellectual disabilities. Management training and experience are an asset.
• Proficient understanding of intellectual disabilities from a holistic and lifespan perspective and commitment to advancing social inclusion.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, team building, staff training and conflict resolution skills.
• Effective communication in a professional manner at all levels within the organization and an ability to liaise with key partners including; families, professionals, funder, union and other agencies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in personnel management including supervision, performance feedback, communication, and time management; taking ownership of issues to resolution.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment.
• The ability to handle a wide range of administrative accountabilities with respect to individuals supported within RRSS, financial and personnel; ensuring accuracy, timeliness and adherence to all internal and regulatory requirements.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work flexible hours including on call responsibilities on a rotating basis.
• Willingness to use personal vehicle in performance of duties.
• Satisfactory Canadian Criminal Record Check and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested applicants must make formal application in writing, including current resume and cover letter directly to Angela Fraser, Director of Human [e-mail] later than 11:59PM on Jun 6, 2025.Applicants must be available for an interview within one of week of closing. The successful candidate will be required to provide a copy of their degree/diploma and official university transcripts.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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