Division: Abbey Ridge Deadline to apply: August 16, 2024,4:00 pm Email resume to: Larissa Rodriguez [email protected] Schedule: Permanent/Full-time Salary/Wage: $26.00 hourly Openings: 1Job DescriptionJob PurposeReporting to the Manager of Abbey Ridge, the Team Lead will work as part of the team in supporting clients and staff in delivering the Supportive Living Program at both Abbey Ridge locations. The team lead will take a strong leadership role in supporting the Manager in overseeing the daily activities of Abbey Ridge’s programs and completing a variety of support and administrative duties.Duties and ResponsibilitiesLend support to staff in planning and carrying out of programming for youth to foster independence and healthy transition to adulthood by encouraging positive attitudes and reinforcing concrete daily living skills which are necessary for successful independent livingOversee and support the team in all case management. Provide leadership, guidance, and support to program staff when applicableParticipate on Abbey Ridge’s referral committee in the referral process for youth when directed by the Manager and maintain strong key networks within the communityResponsible for ensuring that youth programming is developed, delivered, and monitoredCoordinate programming opportunities with external community agenciesMeet with youth as required to discuss case management and provide supportive counselling and crisis intervention when appropriateAssume on-call responsibilities and follow prescribed procedures when scheduledAssess and address the immediate and basic needs of the program’s youthComplete and maintain logs, files and records when directed by the Manager and ensure confidentiality is protectedLiaise with other agencies on behalf of youth and programs and participate in community committees, projects, or activities as appropriate; build positive relationships with the families, schools, and communities of the youthForm healthy relationships with youth, model healthy living and positive choices and contribute to a supportive environment that focuses on youth empowerment and decisionsEnsure a quality, effective, and client-directed program is always delivered and contributes to a collaborative and cohesive work environmentTransport youth on occasionBuilding/Facility:Identify the details of any damage/disrepair and report to Manager of Abbey RidgeEnsure Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed to maintain staff and client safety and securityRun house errands when directed by the ManagerAdministrative:Support all aspects of the program including strategic planning, program development and implementation, service delivery and communicationOversee staff scheduling and submit payroll bi-weekly. This includes arranging last-minute coverageAssume the role and responsibilities of the manager, when necessary, i.E., on-call weekends, vacation,



and mental health and wellbeing coverageEnsure Abbey Ridge’s program is congruent with New Dawn’s vision and values. Provide suggestions to the Manager for change and/or improvement based on observations of what is or is not workingWork in accordance with Abbey Ridge and New Dawn’s policies, procedures, and framework of practiceWork with the Manager to determine needs for hiring casual staffFacilitate the on-boarding process of staff and clients in collaboration with the ManagerFacilitate the departure process for clients and staff in collaboration with the Manager and/or Community Housing Support WorkerSupervise placement students when applicableWork with the Manager to develop and deliver staff training i.E. orientations, emergency procedures, incidents, daily routines etcTake notes during resident and staff meetings and lead these meetings in the Manager’s absence.Create documents when directed by the ManagerPossess working knowledge of and efficiency in the Homeless Individual and Family Information System (HIFIS), housing subsidies and information on housing assistance programsOther Duties and Responsibilities:Participate in regular supervision and informal debriefsParticipate in both New Dawn and Abbey Ridge internal/team meetings and PD sessionsMaintain professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity to portray New Dawn in a positive manner, consistent with its values and visionUpdate job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, engaging in qualified networks, and participating in professional organizations when appropriateRespond to the needs of others with effective communication, mutual respect, and consistent follow through to build trust and workplace relationshipsPromote the mission and values of New Dawn both internally and externallyOther duties as requiredQualificationsDemonstrated high level of understanding of youth development and the issues of homelessnessDemonstrated exceptional level of interpersonal, communication, youth service and organizational skillsExperience supervising employees, and/or students, volunteers with demonstrated leadership, supervision skills and ability to develop an effective teamProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and using the InternetPhysical ability to lift light loads, walk up and down stairs, and maintain a fairly active paceExtensive knowledge of community resources, government funding, and the social service delivery system an assetStrong understanding of facility management, security,



and health and safety is an assetRelevant education in the social service field and/or experience working with youthDemonstrated skill using anti-oppressive practice (harm reduction, narrative practice, a client directed approach and a social justice perspective)Knowledge of mental health issues, substance abuse and crisis interventionStandard First Aid/CPR and Food Safety or commitment to secure upon hiringPositive attitude and ability to work in a team environmentWorking ConditionsSome travel may be necessarySome bending and lifting is required to clean/maintain homeManual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripheralsSome evening and weekend work may be requiredOvertime as requiredAIP EmployerNew Dawn is proud to be anAtlantic Immigration Program (AIP)employer. This means that New Dawn has been approved as an AIP employer and, as such, can endorse the AIP-PR application of an eligible employee.Note: employees are responsible for verifying that the employment position/category is eligible under the AIP program, or any other immigration program/stream for which they intend to seek the support/endorsement of New Dawn.New DawnNew Dawn is Canada’s oldest Community Development Corporation. Since 1976, we’ve been working to create a more just, healthy, and self‑determined community by responding to local needs and driving long‑term, systems‑level change. Today, New Dawn continues to focus on self‑reliance, resilience, and community‑led transformation. Every day, we engage thousands of community members and employ over 150 Cape Bretoners through programs and services that are practical, creative, and grounded in care. Our work spans health and social care, housing, the arts, youth, immigration, and community development. Some of these services generate revenue, which we reinvest into our organization — fueling sustainability and deepening community impact.Abbey RidgeThe Abbey Ridge Supportive Living Program provides a safe, supervised, and supportive transitional housing option for youth who are between the ages of 16 and 24. Abbey Ridge has two locations in Glace Bay with each home servicing different age groups.The youth in the supportive living program are at high risk of negative life outcomes due to a lack of resources and support. The program aims to overcome this barrier by assisting youth in identifying and reaching their own personal goals through support, empowerment, and advocacy. The program offers a supportive workplace that fosters the development of life skills and independence.We are in Unama’ki, one of the seven traditional and unceded ancestral territories of the people of Mi’kma’ki. This territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship which the Mi’kmaq first signed with the British Crown in 1726.We wish to recognize and honour this understanding of the lands on which we reside. It is from here, on these lands, that we work to create and support a culture of self‑reliance and vibrancy.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Abbey Ridge Team Lead - $26 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 New Dawn
📍 Winnipeg