Title of Job: Program Manager Date: July 31, 2026 Closing Date: August 16, 2026 Location: Barrie, ON - Back to Home - Barrie Compensation: $83,647 - $98,288 Annually Prorated Work Type: Onsite Job ID: 10945495 Existing or New Position: Existing Who We Are: LOFT Community Services is a unique and agile charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness.

Serving approximately 19,534 annually and providing 1,839 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontarios largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award (NEOC) recipient.

Job Summary: The Program Manager oversees the administration,management, operations, coordination, and delivery of allconsumer services for a LOFT Community Service Program,and its multiple locations, in accordance with the establishedphilosophy and policies of LOFT and government regulatoryagencies.

The Program Manager is responsible for the overall direction,coordination, and supervision of staff, including training anddevelopment programs.

The Program Manager establishes and maintains effectiveclient and community relations, combined with a strongadvocacy role to meet the varied needs of the program inliaison with LOFT Community Services.

Back To Home Barrie is a supportive program for older adults facing complex challenges who are able to live safely in the community with access to subsidized housing and enhanced assisted living services.

Our program specializes in supporting vulnerable older adults with complex physical and mental health challenges, addiction and/or cognitive impairment.

Back To Home Barrie program is specifically designed to respond to each residents needs, so they can live safely and in good health in the community as they await for permanent housing and support.

This program is a partnership with Simcoe Terrace Retirement Home, in which LOFT provides specialized personal support and one-on-one support services.

Our program offers 24/7 care through our specialized Personal Support Workers (PSW), providing such services as assistance with personal care, essential housekeeping, laundry services, medication, support, escorts to appointments and medical assessment and treatment.

What You Will Do: Program Leadership & Operations: Lead the planning, development, and delivery of program services, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, funder requirements, and best practices.

Establish operational structures, staffing models, and service standards.

Team Leadership & Workforce Management: Recruit, supervise, and support union and non-union staff, fostering an inclusive, anti-racist, and high-performing work environment while overseeing training, performance management, and on-call coverage.

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management: Monitor program performance, ensure compliance with legislation and organizational policies, and oversee health and safety, infection control, and incident management.

Client Care & Service Excellence: Oversee client service delivery, care planning,



and advocacy, ensuring client-centered, responsive, and high-quality care while promoting client engagement and participation.

Financial Management: Manage program budgets, monitor expenditures, support funding processes, and ensure financial accountability, including expense approvals and revenue tracking.

Information & Resource Management: Oversee accurate documentation, data management, and the use of technology to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

Facilities & Asset Oversight: Ensure proper maintenance, safety, and compliance of program facilities, equipment, and other organizational assets.

Stakeholder Engagement & Community Awareness: Respond to community needs, maintain partnerships, and stay informed on sector trends impacting service delivery.

Direct Support & Operational Support: Provide hands-on support as needed, including crisis intervention and client care, and perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Bring: Post-secondary degree in Human Services or equivalent Minimum of 5 yearsof experience in direct servicework.

Minimum of 3+ years of experience in programadministration/management including service delivery,program development, staff supervision, budgetadministration, and liaison with community partners.

Experience in the planning and delivery of direct servicesin accordance with Psychosocial Rehabilitation Principles.

Experience in facilitating and driving quality improvementand ensuring excellence in standards of service.

Experience in the delivery of personal support servicesand services to seniors.

Extensive knowledge and understanding of mental healthand mental health initiatives and of the types of issuesfaced by disadvantaged adults including: substanceabuse, racism, discrimination, homelessness,unemployment, and social isolation caused by lack ofeducation, poverty, illness or age.

Knowledge of the environmental, socio-economicconditions in the community, the social services providedby all three levels of government and of the servicesprovided by other community agencies.

Knowledge of the challenges of delivering communitybased supportive housing for consumers with specialneeds, vulnerable persons with special needs, mentalhealth and socially disadvantaged individuals.

Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Principles (PSR)with the ability to put them into practice.

Knowledge of the Tenant Protection Act, and tenantrights and obligations.

Knowledge and understanding of statutes and regulationsgoverning non-profit housing,



social and health issuesand fire/safety requirements Knowledge of unionized workplace environments and labour relations processes is an asset Proven leadership experience with the ability to supervise senior staff and lead high-performing teams Strong management knowledge with the ability to effectively guide both individuals and program teams Strategic mindset with expertise in program planning, policy analysis, implementation, and evaluation Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and external agencies Excellent communication, writing, presentation, and negotiation skills Strong project management and administrative capabilities Demonstrated ability to lead change, manage resources, and operate within complex environments Commitment to cultural competency, equity, and anti-oppression practices High emotional intelligence with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Advanced technical proficiency, including data systems, reporting, and information management Work Environment: Exposure to angry/hostile persons from time to time.

Frequent distractions, and multiple shifting demands.

May be required to be on-call as emergency contact forafter hours Staff will be required to work in resident rooms and maybe exposed to second hand smoke.

Occasional outdoor travel in all weather to differentlocations with transit and/or own vehicle.

Combination of walking, sitting, and using officeequipment and computers.

Physically able to assist client with daily living activities.

Physically able to perform demanding body mechanics(e.g. lifting, transferring, etc.).

What We Offer: A comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability Defined Benefits Pension

Plan 24/7 Employee Assistance Program E-learning program available all year round Starting vacation time above minimum standard, Additional paid personal and paid sick days Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career Corporate Gym membership rate with Good

Life Fitness Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion Tuition reimbursement program Maternity-leave and Parental leave top up program Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change.

We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFTs vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community.

Our client population reflects Ontarios diverse community and it is LOFTs goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise.

So even if you dont tick all the boxes but think youd thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.

Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.

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