Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

ROLE PURPOSE
The Assistant Program Manager, Yukon (APM) will apply leadership and innovation as the life force that sustains and enhances our programs. This position will make a difference by meeting the needs of our clients, funders, and regulators. The APM inspires excellence and purpose into the program by planning, organizing, staffing, and monitoring activities that ensure key targets are achieved.

STATUS
Non-union exempt.

HOURS (40 HOURS PER WEEK)
Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:30
This position requires the ability to work flexible hours based on operational needs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Administration

• Supports the implementation of all policies and procedures, including developing appropriate manuals, brochures and handbooks
• Supports the Program Manager or their designate in hiring, supervision, evaluation, transferring, and termination of staff and/or contractors as necessary to fulfill the program goal in accord with the Personnel Policies of Connective
• Supports a system of staff, contractor, and volunteer orientation, supervision, in service training and evaluation
• Ensures all appropriate daily, monthly, and annual documentation of resource staff and contractor\xe2\x80\x99s files and records are maintained.
• Accepts responsibility for the daily and monthly financial and administrative aspects of the programs
• Assists the Program Manager or their designate to prepare the budget and financial statements

Programs

• Ensures that effective, inclusive support programs are maintained
• Supports overall program strategic direction
• Liaises with Connective staff, especially regarding potential referrals
• Supports to ensure that funder\xe2\x80\x99s guidelines, based on all agreed goals and including all steps or success measurement and timelines, are completed
• Develops related program opportunities, available to the individuals in the community

Community

• Maintains effective working relationships with related community services, government/stakeholders and agencies
• Is knowledgeable of related agencies for effective client referrals and support, especially those in their respective communities
• Coordinates community case meetings as required

Facilities

• Ensures that the physical facilities fulfill all fire, health and safety regulations
• Ensures that the residence is maintained as a clean, pleasant and safe environment

On Call

• Is available to all resource staff, in case of emergencies; this may include carrying a pager or cell phone 24 hours a day and ensures on call coverage is arranged in their absence

Other Duties

• Supports Coordination and Administration for the residential program
• and scheduling
• Other duties as required

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• A bachelor\'s degree and/or professional designation, with ideally 3 years of applicable or relevant transferable past work experience
• Extensive expertise in the Community Living, Mental Health and Criminal Justice System
• Extensive experience in management of the day-to-day aspects of community-based residential programs, including case planning, behaviour modification techniques, psychosocial rehabilitative techniques
• Extensive knowledge of Community Living and Mental Health programming and the guiding philosophies and influencing policies and politics
• Experience in the housing and outreach programs for hard to house people.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill in English
• Experience in the areas of group process, individual counseling and crisis management
• Extensive knowledge and experience in hiring, training and supervising staff
• Ability to motivate and organize contractors and/or a staff team
• Administrative experience and strong administrative skills

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to successfully complete a Security Clearance and/or Criminal Records Check
• Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
• Class 5 driver\xe2\x80\x99s 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
• Covid-19 Vaccinations

COMPENSATION
Annual Salary will be negotiated based on experience and qualifications. The annual salary will range from &63,756 to $77,924.This role will also be eligible for the Society\xe2\x80\x99s comprehensive Management Benefits Package.

WHAT WE OFFER?

• Committed Living Wage Employer
• Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
• Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
• Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
At Connective, we value and accommodate unique differences to ensure that our staff have the opportunity and are supported to thrive. To build a strong and representative workforce, we strongly encourage applications from BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ people, immigrants, and people with disabilities or other marginalized communities.