Schedule:

4-day work week (Monday to Thursday) Type:

Full-time, permanent About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an Indigenous community organization in Northeastern Ontario to hire a Director, Community & Family Services. This is a senior leadership role reporting to the Executive Director, with full ownership of a multi-program social services portfolio, a dedicated team, and departmental budgets. The successful candidate will lead culturally grounded, trauma-informed services for children, youth, adults and families, and will work closely with Health, Education and Governance departments as well as external agencies. What You’ll Do

Build and deliver an annual departmental plan and budget aligned with community priorities and leadership direction Oversee income support, prevention, child and family services, and youth transition-to-adulthood programming Track service outcomes and gaps, and drive practical improvements Oversee client intake, service planning and referrals carried out by qualified staff Manage third-party service agreements, deliverables and performance Lead responses to complaints and critical incidents in coordination with partners Manage departmental budgets, forecasts and commitments, with regular reconciliation alongside Finance Monitor funding agreements and eligible expenditures, and deliver accurate reporting on deadline Write funding proposals backed by a transparent service rationale Ensure purchasing and spending follow internal approval policies Provide monthly reporting to leadership on programs, finances, staffing and risks Supervise,



coach and develop departmental staff through regular one-on-ones and performance reviews Address performance concerns in partnership with HR Identify staffing and training needs and support recruitment and onboarding Prepare briefing notes and present to senior leadership and governing council as required What You Bring

Degree in Social Work, Social Services, Public Administration or a related field (equivalent experience considered) 4+ years of progressive management experience, including staff supervision, program delivery and budget ownership 3+ years working within or alongside First Nations or Indigenous communities, with an understanding of Indigenous governance Proven track record managing funding agreements, forecasts and reporting Experience writing workplans, policies and funding proposals Working knowledge of social assistance, prevention and child and family services frameworks in Ontario Strong judgment, professional boundaries and commitment to confidentiality Proficiency with MS Office and spreadsheets Nice to Have

Experience leading prevention or youth transition programs Training in trauma-informed practice, crisis response or financial management Relevant professional registration (e.g., OCSWSSW) Experience working with Elders, knowledge keepers, youth and families Requirements

Clear police check, including vulnerable sector screening Valid Ontario driver’s licence and reliable vehicle Ability to work on site, with occasional evening meetings and travel Why This Role

4-day work week with a full-time senior salary Senior leadership seat with real autonomy and impact Meaningful, community-centred work

📌 Director of Social Services (Winnipeg)
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📍 Winnipeg