At Hollyburn Family Services, we empower growth and inspire change and we’re looking for people to join our team who want to do the same. If this sounds like you, read on. We’d love to have you on our team!
As the Program Supervisor for our Youth Services/Special Needs therapeutic program located in Richmond, you will have the opportunity to lead a team to support, care, and mentor at-risk youth and youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and special needs. You embrace the opportunity to take responsibility for overall functions of the program home. This includes but is not limited to: scheduling and training full time and relief staff, implementing behavioural support plans, carrying out administrative duties, ensuring household maintenance and safety, treatment planning, community liaison, and being part of an integrated case management team. If you can bring experience in clinical direction to this role, that will be a plus. This line is Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, with occasional evenings/weekends as needed, and includes joining the Weekend On-Call Supervisor rotation.
Qualifications:
Post-secondary education in related field and/or equivalent experience working with at-risk youth/youth with ASD and special needs
Minimum 3 years of experience working with at-risk youth and/or youth with ASD and challenging behaviours
Demonstrated experience in ABA
Effective clinical skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
Ability to work collaboratively with community resources, multi-disciplinary professionals, and client families
Clear, direct, and sensitive written and verbal communication skills
Ability to deliver confident supervision and provide performance feedback to staff, both positive and constructive as necessary
Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License and provide an acceptable driving record
Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check and Ministry of Children and Family Development consolidated check
Current CPR/First Aid (or be willing to complete training upon hire)
Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) or MANDT training (or be willing to complete training upon hire)
Available to work weekends and evenings when required
Proof of COVID-19 double vaccination record or exemption from the provincial health authority
A sample of what you’ll be doing (Full job description available here):
Administration
Facilitate regular team meetings
Ensure all reports, updates, time sheets and petty cash records are completed within deadlines
Manage scheduling of relief and full time staff, including sick days, vacation time, stat holidays etc.
Provide appropriate reports and records as necessary to maintain Accreditation and MCFD standards
Oversee the team’s data collection efforts
Participate in occasional weekend on-call rotation with appropriate compensation with all other supervisors
Communication
Establish professional working relationships with government agencies and other relevant agencies in order to facilitate appropriate case management in the best interest of the client
Participate in agency supervisory meetings and training
Provide advocacy as required
Work collaboratively with supervisory team
Provide regular updates to Program Manager
Professional Development
Maintain knowledge of all relevant services and programs
Keep informed of all current trends and issues
Maintain a working relationship with other community service providers, stakeholders and interest groups
Attend related training and conferences to stay current on latest best practice and field development
Participate in broader organizational projects and committees to enhance knowledge and practice
Salary: $25.00-$27.75/hour plus benefits
Because we know our team is our heart and our most important asset, we are excited to offer:
Hands-on, extensive, and continuous training
Professional development and advancement within our ever growing organization
100% employer premium paid extended health, dental, vision care, and life insurance for you and your dependents
2 weeks paid vacation to start, paid wellness days and sick days
Group RRSP matching of up to 6% of gross salary
Tuition reimbursement and subsidies for professional development (e.g. conferences, seminars, courses)
Casual dress
Free parking
Pet-friendly work environment
And more!