ROLE PURPOSE
This position will plan, develop, implement, and oversee the day-to-day operation of Connective’s Vancouver Island Therapeutic Community Aftercare Program.

STATUS
Non-unionized. This position is open to applicants of all genders.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Temporary Full time

PROGRAM
VITC Vancouver Island Therapeutic Community

HOURS (40 hours per week)
Monday to Friday, 0830-1630

REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports and is accountable to the Program Manager or their designate

Supervises volunteers and oversees practicum placements

Facilitates and operates the VITC Aftercare Program

Liaises with Connective staff to support the agency’s initiatives and to deliver client-centred services in keeping with our philosophy

Liaises with other community and government agencies in the area

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Plans,implements VITC aftercare program, creates bridge for existing VITC residents to transitional housing.

Develops program package, timeline for residents, application form and discharge planning

Oversees the facility by ensuring that the necessary facilities and equipment are in place, program guidelines and policies are adhered to, and program standards are met

Will manage, orientate, train and monitor volunteers (through the VITC alumni). Understands recruitment of volunteers and alumni and how this is embedded in the Therapeutic Community model.

Schedules program alumni and practicum students in accordance to program needs.

Orients, determines the need for and provides training to program volunteers and practicum students

Responsible for budget management and financial expenditures as delegated by his/her manager

Relays accurate and complete program reporting and statistics to program manager around success of the aftercare program





Promotes public awareness of and support for the program by performing duties such as producing promotional materials and attending community events

Ensures that service delivery standards, guidelines, and policies of the agency are maintained and that operating requirements are met

Liaises with other community service providers to ensure wrap-around services are provided to aftercare residents to prepare for discharge

Model effective interactions with service users, including positive rapport building and support planning

Completes other duties as assigned by the Program Manager or his/her delegate, related to the program

On-Call availability as required

Travels to other program sites as deemed necessary

Performs other related duties as required

WORKING CONDITIONS

Demonstrates initiative, independence and efficiency

Follows guidelines as outlined by the Connective Policies and Procedures

Transports self and volunteers with a reliable vehicle throughout the Nanaimo and Vancouver Island areas including, correctional facilities as needed

Works 40 hours per week with time apportioned through days, evenings and weekends as necessary to meet the program and client needs

Receives benefits and work within the conditions as outlined in the collective agreement and the personnel policies

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS




We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a proven ability to work within a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. The ideal candidate has:

A university Degree in a relevant branch of the Behavioural Sciences with an emphasis on Social Work, Sociology, and/or Psychology

Direct and extensive experience, a minimum of 3 years, in the delivery of supports and services in a correctional and/or community-based setting, and specifically relating to the criminal justice system or community social services sector

Ability to be comfortable interacting with persons who have been involved in the criminal justice system and/or are high risk/high needs/high profile individuals

Demonstrated competence in identifying, approaching and securing both short- and long-term funding from appropriate sources

Extensive knowledge of government and community justice services

A strong ability to work with persons in crisis and persons who are disconnected from their support network

Extensive experience recruiting, screening, training, deploying and supervising volunteers and practicum students

Experience in and comfort with public speaking

Knowledge of word processing

Excellent written, verbal, interviewing and assessment skills

Experience with supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.

Experience with facilitating, creating and/or running programs

REQUIREMENTS

Ability to successfully complete a Security Clearance and Criminal Records Check

Current Emergency First Aid Certificate

Class 5 driver’s license

Personal transportation that is in good repair, insured for business up to $1,000,000 for liability, and which can be used to transport clients

COMPENSATION
The starting wage is $35.82 - $41.13 per hour, plus benefit.

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📌 Aftercare Case Manager - VITC (British Columbia)
🏢 Connective Support Society
📍 British Columbia