Division: Anchor Youth Space Deadline to apply: June 13, 2025, 4:00 pm Email resume to: Human Resources [email protected] Schedule: Permanent, Full-Time Salary/Wage: $75,000-85,000 annually Openings: 1Job DescriptionDuties and ResponsibilitiesLeadershipLead with compassion, integrity, and excellenceSchedule and facilitate team meetings to discuss issues and casesCultivate a collaborative and cohesive work environmentHuman Resources ManagementHire, train, promote, manage, and terminate staff and students, as requiredManage the activities and performance as well as provide support, direction, mentoring and recognition of the staff teamMaintain proactive and responsive employee relations in order to achieve optimal employee satisfaction and performanceEnsure staff adherence to Anchor Youth Space and New Dawn policiesIdentify, plan, schedule, deliver and/or coordinate relevant staff training or professional developmentUpdate, develop and evaluate policies and procedures relevant to program and service provisionSchedule staff and ensure all shifts are filled and/or fill in on an as needed basis and provide on-call support to staff membersLiaise with other Current Dawn management on human resources, finance, and volunteer resourcesSite ManagementSupervise and monitor the day-to-day activities in the spaceEnsure adherence to safety and security policies and standardsPromote a supportive, trauma-informed environment that promotes youth empowermentLiaise with New Dawn management for site repairs, maintenance and upgradesPartner Relations & CommunicationsLead and maintain an active Integrated Services for Youth Partnership table and use the work of the table to guide program and service deliveryLead and maintain an active relationship with Anchor Youth Space Nova Scotia and the other Anchor sites across the province, ensuring regular communication structures are in place and that staff are connected with their relevant communities of practiceEngage with IWK research teams and local research resources in the Cape Breton area with a goal of furthering academic and community research relevant to serving youth in CBRMLiaise with other agencies on behalf of youth and participate in community committees, projects, or activities that advance the wellbeing of youth in CBRM, as appropriateGuide development of the Anchor Youth Space Sydney marketing and communications for the purpose of reaching youth and their caregivers, as well as raising for the broader community the issues Anchor Youth Space Sydney seeks to address for young people in CBRMLiaise with other New Dawn management on communications, media needs and inquiriesService IntegrationEnsure Anchor Youth Space Sydney continues to be actively guided by the advice of the Youth and Caregiver Advisory committeesLead service integration working with data systems, site processes, and partner relationships to continually coordinate care for youth accessing the site; reducing the barriers they face to access careAdvocate to reduce barriers to integrated care at the systems level (government entities and community partners); such as improved accessto mental health, addiction and other supportsGuide staff in data collection and use the reports from the IWK Research Coordinator to make appropriate updates to service operationsRemain current on evidence and best practices for both service integration and serving young peopleProgram DevelopmentDevelop overall programming that enables Anchor Youth Space to achieve its goalsSupport staff to develop programming that builds youth resilience and prevents further occurrences of toxic stress and adversity to occurGuide program development that builds youth skills and abilities and provide structured, safe opportunities to engage in youth leadership and developmentGuide staff towards using evidence-based program design and if needed, work with local researchers to assess effectiveness of interventionsRevise, update, disseminate, and coordinate program implementationEnsure program delivery aligns with IYS Guiding Principles and New Dawn’s mission, vision, and philosophyBudget & FinancialPlan for annual operations, budget, program improvements/innovations, and outcomesManage record of program budget including expenditures, staffing funds, and capital repairsAdhere to, and ensure adherence to, New Dawn financial policies and procedures, including tracking expenses, claims, and receiptsMaintain positive and productive relationship with government and other fundersLiaise with other New Dawn management on fundraising and fund developmentOther Duties & ResponsibilitiesRespond to complaints and/or concerns through investigation, communication, preventative, and remedial actions, follow up and monitoring with organizational leadership to protect staff, volunteers,



youth and caregivers, visitors, the organization, and othersParticipate in internal New Dawn (staff, management, etc.) meetings as requiredLook for potential improvements and help implement solutionsMaintain 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 professional networks, and participating in professional organizationsRespond 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 externallyMaintain safety, privacy, and confidentiality of employees, clients, and volunteersOther duties as requiredQualificationsBachelor’s degree in social work, Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Social Services Administration or a related field of study; Masters level preferredMinimum three (3) years’ experience leading a multi-disciplinary team to offer coordinated or integrated care to vulnerable populationsTrained in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Brain Story Certification and/or Mental Health First AidValid, up-to-date and clear Criminal Records Check including vulnerable sector search, required due to the sensitive nature of our work with youthValid and up-to-date Child Abuse Registry Check, required due to the sensitive nature of our work with youthValid and up-to-date First Aid/CPR & AED CertificationDemonstrated understanding and familiarity at a high level with youth development (ages 12-25) and how trauma and early adversity impacts the developing brainDemonstrated understanding and familiarity at a high level with application of the science of resilience to affect positive outcomes for young peopleDemonstrated experience using anti-oppressive practice (harm reduction, narrative practice, a client directed approach and a social justice perspective)Demonstrated knowledge of mental health issues, substance abuse and crisis interventionCompassion, empathy, diplomacy, and problem solvingExperience working with and advocating for vulnerable populationsAbility to work independently, as part of a team, and with guidanceExceptional attention to detailand verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work effectively with others and lead others towards a shared goalHighly organized and ability to work well under pressureProficiency with Microsoft suite of programs and applicationsHigh level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountabilityUnderstands servant leadership and community-centricityWork ConditionsTravel may be requiredPhysical ability to lift up to twenty-five pounds (25 lbs.)Physical ability to walk up and down stairs and maintain a fairly active paceManual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripheralsOvertime may be required; working evenings/weekends as neededInteracts with employees, management, and the public at largeEnvironment can be busy and/or noisy at timesAIP 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.Compensation PackageSalaried Employee Compensation PackageNew Dawn Enterprises believes in supporting the well-being of its employees and, in service of this, has created the following compensation package for permanent, salaried employees of New Dawn Enterprises, in addition to their salaries.New Dawn offers its employees group benefits provided by Group Health. Fifty percent (50%) of these benefits are paid by the employer, except for Long-Term Disability benefits which are fully (100%) paid by the employee. The plan also includes a component for Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D;) and Vision Care. Dependent life is also included.Self-Directed Registered Retirement Savings PlanEmployees may choose to begin participation in New Dawn’s Self-Directed RRSP plan after completion of three (3) months of employment. Employees may contribute up to 5% of their gross salary,



deducted from their pay cheque. This is matched by the employer to a maximum of five percent (5%).Reduced Hours Work WeekIn recognition of the benefits of greater work-life balance and the value of flexibility and autonomy for human wellbeing, New Dawn has adopted a Reduced Hour Work Week. All full-time salaried employees are required to be in the office for 32 hours per week. These hours can be worked over four or five days. At the start of employment, a schedule will be drafted that meets both the needs of the company and the employee.Professional DevelopmentNew Dawn acknowledges and is committed to the ongoing professional development and lifelong learning aspirations of its staff. The acquisition of new position-relevant skills and perspectives by employees creates a stronger, more informed, and modern organization.Employees are strongly encouraged to research and outline education and/or professional development opportunities to discuss with their manager in the creation of their work-plan.Paid HolidaysNew Dawn observes thirteen (13) public holidays and other days for which staff will be paid. They are: New Year’s Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, Labour Day, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Thanksgiving Day, Remembrance Day, Christmas Day, Boxing DayIn the spirit of family, the President reserves the right to close the office between Christmas and New Year’s to enable employees to spend time with their families. This option will be reviewed, and a decision made annually depending on operational requirements. These non-statutory days will have no impact on employee vacation time.Paid VacationAll new employees entering the organization as a salaried employee will earn 15 days of paid vacation during the annum.Mental and Physical Health DaysEmployees will be entitled to seven (7) days paid leave at the beginning of each calendar year. This can be carried forward to a maximum of fifteen (15) days total. It can be used for physical and metal wellness/illness and appointments for the employee or their family members.Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP)New Dawn’s Group Benefits Plan also includes the provision of an Employee and Family Assistance Program. The Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) is a support system that employees and their families can turn to for confidential help with stress, anxiety and depression, family and relationship issues, addictions, legal and financial difficulties, health and nutrition concerns and workplace and career difficulties. The program is confidential and optional and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Employees of New Dawn Enterprises can take advantage of a 20% discount at Café Marie, located in the Eltuek Arts Centre.Years of ServiceThe Years of Service Recognition Program recognizes and rewards the service of New Dawn employees at milestones in their careers. All permanent full-and-part-time New Dawn employees are eligible to receive the Years of Service award.STAR ProgramNew Dawn is proud to recognize and reward the excellent work and achievements of its employees. Managers at New Dawn will be given an annual budget to provide ongoing and immediate recognition to their direct reports throughout the year.Corporate YMCA Membership ProgramIn an effort to create more prospect for staff health and wellness, New Dawn offers a corporate membership in partnership with the Cape Breton YMCA. The corporate membership gives staff a 12% discount on the cost of membership, additionally New Dawn pays half the cost of an individual discounted membership.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.Anchor Youth SpaceAnchor Youth Space Sydney is part of a provincial Integrated Youth Services (IYS) initiative designed to provide community‑based programming, resources, and services to support youth aged 12 to 25. The IYS model offers a “one‑stop shop” where youth and their caregivers can access a range of services without the need for appointments or fees.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Manager, Anchor Youth Space - C$75,000 - C$85,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 New Dawn
📍 Winnipeg