About Us The Community Living Society (CLS) is an innovative non-profit organization which since 1978 has been dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities so that they can live full, productive and meaningful lives. We are leaders in providing quality Person Centered support through our residential, individualized and community based supports so that people can reach their greatest potential. We have over 500 employees and work with over 400 individuals throughout the Lower Mainland.
About the Opportunity We are actively seeking an creative, energetic and creative Manager's of Staffed Homes. Reporting to a Director of Director of Programs, the Manager of Staffed Homes will work closely with the supported individuals and teams to provide an environment of support that is focused on supporting the individuals to live as independently as possible. The Manager of Staffed Homes is accountable for the day to day management of a group of Staffed Home locations and relief pool. This role primarily administrative; direct supports may be required from time-to-time.
The Manager of Staffed Homes provides direct coaching and support to a group of Team Leads and a team of Community Living Counsellors. Managers are considered to be professionals, leaders and part of the CLS management team. This position is accountable to actively work with the Administration team including other Director(s), as assigned.
General Duties:
Oversight of multiple locations, ensuring effective and smooth operation of the location, including emergency preparedness
Engaging and supporting individuals to live as full citizens
Coaching, mentoring and performance management of a Team Lead and a team of Community Living Counsellors
Selecting, onboarding, training and the development of these Counselors




General administration including scheduling, timecard approvals, budgeting, and financial accountabilities for all the locations and individuals within the designated locations
General administration and reporting related to the support of the individuals.
Maintaining strong and supportive relationships with all the supported individual networks, members of the public, family members and team members.
About You
Your experience in providing positive, consistent and empowering support to adults with developmental disabilities coupled with your inspirational leadership style will enable you to flourish in this role. You are known for supporting individuals in achieving their chosen goals and experiencing success in their lives by providing skills and opportunities to develop and build their social / friend network, participate in their community, take part in local activities, obtain volunteer or paid employment and learn skills associated with daily living. As an organized and resourceful professional, you are capable to creative problem solving in an efficient manner.
Through a welcoming and enabling approach, you are capable of developing a flourishing, supportive, open work environment for all staff, individuals and networks. You will be an exemplary role-model of Person Centered Active Supports to employees, families and the wider community, through all your interactions with the individuals you support, using new approaches and techniques.



You possess the following skills or meet the following requirements:
Required: Class 5 driver’s license
Access to a vehicle
First Aid and CPR Certificate
Clear criminal record (paid by CLS)
Clean driver’s abstract
Medical Form with immunization record
Previous leadership and supervisory experience
Strong computer and administrative skills
Significant knowledge and demonstrated excellence in Person Centered Active Supports concepts and approaches
Assets: Counselling and coaching skills
Crisis prevention and intervention skills
Special skills: medical training, ASL
Health care and mental health knowledge
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
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Our Commitment to You
We make significant investments in our people, which is why we take great care to hire those who we believe will thrive at CLS. Our progressive and unique culture sets us apart and provides:
Various internal leadership and development opportunities
Engaging and relevant training opportunities
Meaningful rewards and recognition
Hours: Based on a 35 hour work week – schedule to be determined with the Director
Additional Information: Rotating on-call manager for weekend coverage once every 2 months and evening emergency calls (seldom)
Locations: 97th, Gilley & 216A
Salary: $83,000per year
We at Community Living Society celebrate and embrace diversity as an integral part of our organization. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to be an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment for both our employees and supported individuals alike, ensuring everyone feels valued and respected.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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