Manager, Supportive Living

Description

Number of Vacancies: 1
Benefits: Yes – read the details below for more information.
Unionized: No
Weekly Hours: 40 hours in five 8-hour shifts over five days
Off Days: Two days each week on a rotational basis
Shift: Five 8-hour days each week on a rotational basis, plus on call duties on a rotational basis
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Supportive Living
Reports to: Director, Supportive Living & Community Participation Supports
Salary Information: Under Review
Central West Specialized Developmental Services (CWSDS) is a leader in providing exceptional specialized care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities. Recognized for our commitment to excellence, CWSDS is guided by a transformative strategic plan, Project Transform, which emphasizes innovation, community inclusion, and continuous improvement. Our mission is to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives through high-quality, compassionate care. Our recruitment efforts align with this mission, seeking dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact. Join CWSDS and be part of a team that values inclusivity, professional growth, and a brighter future.

Career Opportunity
Looking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for a Manager, Supportive Living to join our leadership team! As part of the Supportive Living team, you will be helping to deliver and improve services for people with developmental disabilities who have complex and multiple needs by working alongside clinical Multi-Disciplinary Teams and leading teams of Direct Support Professionals.

In this role you will be able to have:
· Personal Impact: This role allows you to make an impact on the lives of people and their families by providing supports and connecting them to the services that they need to live their full potential.
· Autonomy: In collaboration with people supported, their families, multi-disciplinary teams of clinicians, the leadership team, and staff teams who report to you, you will have the ability to oversee and lead how services are delivered to the people supported under your oversight.
· Growth Potential: This role provides you an opportunity to participate in projects and initiatives to enhance care services for people we serve.
· System Impact: You can contribute to building capacity to better support adults with developmental disabilities who have complex care needs through supporting expansion plans for people entering our services.
· Work-Life Balance: With five, eight-hour work days each week, you can plan your life in a way that meets your professional and personal goals.
What You Will Do
Works the majority of their time in person with staff to provide guidance and coaching to ensure that the people we support receive excellent services and enjoy a meaningful quality of life.
Ensures the learning needs of the people we support are met, especially through the implementation of Individual Support Plans and Behavior Support Plans.
Leads regular 1-1 coaching meetings and team meetings in addition to completing employee annual performance evaluations.
Develops positive working relationship with family members ensuring effective communication based on the needs of each person supported.
Provides input into the development of policies and procedures. Ensures implementation, training and appropriate adherence to all policies and procedures and the collective agreement.
Schedules employees and reconciles all payroll entries and corrections to ensure that payroll is accurately uploaded on a bi-weekly basis.
Monitors monthly expenses to ensure that they are appropriate and within budget.
Gathers relevant data and presents at Clinical Ethical Review Committee and Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings.
Provides input through active involvement in the Accreditation process to improve the quality of our services.
Assumes the Manager On-Call position on a rotational basis, being available to respond to calls overnight and on weekends.
Assumes the Manager On-Duty position on a rotational basis, being available to work at 53 Bond St., Oakville, from 7am-3pm and 2pm-10pm.
· Supports the Vision, Purpose and Values of CWSDS and complies with CWSDS policies and procedures
· Actively participates in designated CWSDS meetings.
· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

· College Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Social Services, Psychology or related field. · Experience working in developmental services and/or specialized supports and/or active treatment environments. · 3 years of supervisory experience. Experience in a unionized environment supporting people with developmental disabilities is an asset. · Current in First Aid, CPR, Safe Management and Pharmacology an asset. · Demonstrated managerial and leadership competencies with strong skills in interpersonal relationships and conflict resolution; an energetic, enthusiastic, creative problem solver who can work independently and as part of a team. · Strong organizational, assessment, planning, priority setting and problem-solving skills in order to carry out a demanding workload in an independent manner. · Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, and listening skills, in order to consult effectively with individuals and their families, community agencies and various other community-based organizations and professionals, with a strong focus on primary care professionals. · Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs and ability to use effectively. · Ability to work “flexible hours” in order to meet with individuals and their families as well as service providers in the community. · An appreciation for the Region’s ethno-culturally diverse community is required. · A valid Ontario driver’s license and a vehicle. · Providing proof of vaccination for COVID-19 and maintaining vaccination status during employment.