Job Description

About The Strong Roots Centre - Childhood Connections

The Strong Roots Centre is committed to fostering healthy, resilient children, youth, and families. We provide inclusive programming and supportive services to ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Position Summary

The Operations Manager will oversee child, youth, and family programming (primarily ages 0-13) and play a key role in ensuring the success of The Strong Roots Centre's initiatives. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this position combines leadership, program development, staff support, and operational oversight.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, is community-focused, and has a proven track record in program development and delivery within the social services sector.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Delivery

Lead the creation, planning, implementation, and evaluation of child, youth, and family programs. Collaborate with staff and community partners to identify needs and create responsive, innovative programming. Ensure programming aligns with organizational mission, values, and best practices.

Staff Leadership & Training

Hire, supervise, support, and mentor program staff. Champion a positive team culture and model effective leadership practices. Oversee staff training and professional development opportunities.

Operations & Administration

Manage the day-to-day operations of the Centre in collaboration with the Executive Director. Provide on-call support and supervision for new programming, including evenings and weekends as required. Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and safety standards. Ability to work within a well-defined budget

Community Engagement & Partnerships

Build and sustain strong relationships with community partners, families, and stakeholders. Represent The Strong Roots Centre in community initiatives and collaborative efforts. Promote the Centre's services and advocate for the needs of children, youth, and families.

Qualifications & Attributes

Minimum 2 years of management or leadership experience, preferably in the social service sector. Education or equivalent experience (3-5 years) in child, youth, and family programming. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation. Community-focused with a collaborative and strengths-based approach. Demonstrated ability to build effective teams and positive workplace culture. Experience developing program budgets and working within a well-defined organization budget Flexible and adaptable, with willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of $65,000-$70,000 annually. 3 weeks vacation Cost-shared benefits plan (75% employer / 25% employee). Flexible work schedule, primarily Monday to Friday. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, youth, and families.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Flexible schedule Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person