Program Supervisor - Respite Care Connection (Calgary)

Program Supervisor - Respite Care Connection (Calgary)

17 Oct
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Force Inspection Services
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Calgary

17 Oct

Force Inspection Services

Calgary

Manage Others YesProgram Supervisor - Respite Care ConnectionENVIROS - Who We Are:is an creative social services agency that provides critical, individualized programs to children, youth, adults and families in vulnerable situations to meet their desired outcomes and wellness.helps our clients make strength-based changes to move to independence within a healthy community.focuses programs on the unique needs of individual clients practicing experiential learning to provide opportunities for personal discovery and growth.focus is on building relationships and is the foundation of the work we do. This enables clients to develop skills, healthy trust, and independence.Since our founding in 1976,Enviros has been an early adopter of new evidence-based best practices and has developed and informed other leading practices.Why People Choose EnvirosSimply stated, our vision is: "The Power of Human Relationships Invites Belonging and Inspires Growth".The Program – Respite Care ConnectionThe Respite Care Connection promotes, strengthens, and preserves the right for children with developmental disabilities to have a permanent home. The program works toward this goal by providing caregivers with time to take care of themselves and their other children while their child is in respite. The Respite Care Connection is a community-based program for children and youth aged 6-17 years.The Position – SupervisorReporting to the Program Manager, the Program Supervisor provides support by overseeing the program. This role involves developing and maintaining a positive and safe work environment utilizing experiential education and a strength-based approach. The Supervisor is to create and maintain positive relationships with the community, neighbours, professionals and staff members. The Supervisor is responsible for supporting, assisting and directing staff in their work with clients.The Program Supervisor must follow and actively support all of Enviros' policies and procedures, health and safety protocols ad legislative protocols and provide support as needed so that accreditation standard are consistently met.ResponsibilitiesRecruit, train, supervise and evaluate staff and volunteersEstablish and maintain an intake process for the program as per contract requirementsMaintain contact with client's Case Workers/Supports/service team as needed, as well as other involved professionalsMaintain program standards as requiredEnsure staff and teams are utilizing Enviros Principle Based Practice modelEnsure a trauma informed care model is being utilized in service decisionsEnsure service plans are developed, implemented, and reviewed on a regular basisSupport access to community resources, client support,



and crisis interventionProvide training and community resources for identified needs within the programEnsure program is meeting intended outcomes as outlined in contract agreementEnsure safety plans are completed when neededEnsure transition plans are developed and maintainedParticipate in agency on-call systemOrganize and maintain a safe working environmentOther duties as requiredActively support and develop the Enviros Strategic and Business Plan; setting goals and objectives that meet the identified targetsPromote staff involvement within the Enviros communityAttend Leadership Meetings as requiredOrganize and chair program team meetings3. Organization and AdministrationOversee program budget and maintain expenses in conjunction with ManagerEnsure all program files and client paperwork has been completedCompile and report on outcome measures, nominal roll, monthly reports, quarterly report, annual reports, and other reports as requiredCompetencies are the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours an employee requires to be successful in their role at Enviros. They are generally aligned with the culture and core values of the organization.Communication: able to communicate clearly and tactfully to all levels of the organization in a way that builds rapport and trust using a variety of communication mediumsAdaptability: adapts to changing departmental and organizational needs and a variety of situations and distractions that arise regularly; and supports the cultivation of a work environment that can manage change wellDecision Making: uses strong critical thinking with principle-based processing to make timely, informed decisions that enhance the quality of Program service delivery and improve systemsCollaboration: able to work effectively with all departments, programs and principle-based processes that includes a diverse group of people; promotes cooperation and commitment to achieve goals; and fosters a positive and inclusive work environmentInitiative: acts confidently in taking initiative and solving problems and empowers others to do the same; able to effectively manage time with strong organizational skills to meet all job requirements successfullyLearning: proactively identifies ways for self-improvement and development and fully supports the growth and development in all staff with culturally aware, strengths-based,



and individualized planning.Potential RisksAll programs within Enviros provide services to persons served who may be described as "person at risk" or "a vulnerable person". As a result of the situations persons served may have experienced there may be situations within our programs where person served may become aggressive, violent or lose control of their behaviours, demonstrating at risk behaviours. For all programs, Enviros has protocols to mitigate these risks including providing support and training to assist agency personnel in working through at-risk persons presentation.Employees must be aware of the potential and inherent risks, including but not limited to physical and/or mental harm, associated with Enviros programs and this role within the agency.Skills/ Qualifications/ExperienceDiploma / Undergraduate Degree in Human ServicesExperience with needs assessment and supporting children & youth with complex needs (eg. ASD, FASD) as well as supporting adults and families in healthy changeHighly organized with strong experience with various reporting tools and frameworksSupervisory experienceExperience with experiential learning and strength-based practiceA current criminal record check including vulnerable sector check (completed within the last six months)A current Alberta Intervention Record Check (completed in the last six months)Enviros believes in the power of diversity and we are dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.Additionally, Enviros is committed to having a workforce of skilled and diversified representation of the population we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however in our commitment to the population we serve, preference will be given to candidates self-identifying as an Indigenous Person.As a condition of employment, all staff working for Enviros are required to complete:Intervention Record Check (IRC)Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)Both checksmust be completed prior to the employee's start date.Please note that this process can takeup to six (6) weeksto complete.Enviros will accept IRCs and Criminal Record Checks with VSC that areno more than six (6) months oldat the time of hire.Applicants may choose to apply for these checksin advance of being selected for an interview or employmentby clicking the links below and following the required process to avoid potential delays in commencement if you are the successful candidate. Please be aware thatinitiating these checks does not guarantee advancementin the recruitment process.

📌 Program Supervisor - Respite Care Connection (Calgary)
🏢 Force Inspection Services
📍 Calgary

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