Job Posting – 2026-PM1- Program Manager - Full time, 9 Months termPosition Title: Program ManagerAgency: Life’s Journey Inc.Posting Closing Date: July 6, 2026Posted: June 29, 2026Shift Hours: Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pmWage: Starting from $70,123.30 (Based on qualifications and experience)Work Location: Higgins, Winnipeg, Manitoba“The successful candidate will work in partnership with another Program Manager in the program.”Overall ResponsibilityThe Program Manager of Northern Lights reports directly to the Director of Outreach and Evaluation and is a member of the Agency management team and is responsible for overseeing operations including baseline schedule development, support hours tracking, Drop In programming, financial management, food programs, program development, supports program delivery, quality control and evaluation of the Northern Lights and Drop In programs in accordance with the standards set out by the Agency.The Program Manager provides leadership/supervision, coaching/guidance, support plans, feedback and coordination on staff performance and participant issues. This involves staffing, orientation, training, supporting, and developing employees in the delivery of programs and services. The incumbent establishes a respectful work environment, models and supports positive working relationships, adherence to Agency policies, and demonstrates high ethical standards and boundaries.Responsibilities also include effective communication and liaison with all stakeholders, fostering teamwork and collaboration, demonstrating culturally competent service, and maintaining confidentiality as norms. Also included is advocating for participants and liaison with all stakeholders, as required.This role requires an individual that is able to support the program and team with:High work standards: Work ethic, task completion, consistency, follow up, accuracy/attention to detail,



time management.Personal management skills: Accountability, self-management, stress tolerance, adaptability/flexibility, creativity, initiative, working in teams or independently, problem solving.Personal development skills: Ability, openness, willingness to learn, receives feedback and seeks cooperative opportunities.Professional skills – Interpersonal and communication skills, influencing, collaboration and the ability to establish effective relationships/trust with others, within professional boundaries.Mentoring skills: coaching, patience, influencing and modeling professional behavior.Management skills – planning, organizing, and overseeing.Leadership skills – supervision and team leadership, direction & supervision, coaching & developing managing performance, positive employee relations, modeling professional behavior, establishing a positive, respectful workplace.Qualifications & Experience3 to 5 years’ experience managing or supervising in a Human Services setting.Experience working with Home Share/Foster Homes, Residential Care & licensing.Experience with programming for participants considered High Risk/high needs.Completion of Post-Secondary Degree, combination of Education and Experience may be considered.Ability to work with the Elder, Consulting Psychologist, Consulting Psychiatrist.Strong interpersonal skills.Ability to work collaboratively with the Life’s Journey Inc. Management team.Applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Search and a Child Abuse Registry Check. Applications must possess a current certification in First Aid. A current Driver’s Abstract is required.Knowledge AreasFASDWellnessCommunity LivingDisability ServicesJusticeAutismHREIA and CFSAddictionsCore Competencies for All EmployeesRespect, Collaboration, Integrity, Effective Communication, Patience and Perseverance, Reasoning and Decision Making.Life’s Journey strives towards a workforce that has fair representation of the community that we serve.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 2026-Pm1 - Program Manager - $70,123.3 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Life's Journey
📍 Winnipeg