Job Description

Team Manager: Disability Support Services

About us:

For more than 50 years, Accredited Supports to the Community (ASC), a not-for-profit charitable society, has been providing services across south central Alberta. We serve over 1500 people a year including children, youth, and adults diagnosed with disabilities; families, and seniors Olds, Airdrie, Strathmore and surrounding areas.

We believe in honour, dignity and respect!

Position Description:

ASC is seeking an experienced Team Manager to supervise front-line staff in 24-hour residential and community services! Under the direction of our Coordinators, this role supervises the delivery of Level 2 Accredited Services for adults with disabilities, supporting in home living, community access, inclusion and social connections.

This role requires a rotation of days, evenings, and weekends with paid on-call coverage for 24-hour services.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide leadership, supervision, and evaluation to front-line support staff while planning and implementing according to individual and program needs. This includes staff scheduling, monitoring, and providing direct coverage as required; Monitor and manage service delivery; participate in the development and monitoring of client service and support plans with a person-centred approach; Actively engage and mentor staff to model behaviour aligned with the culture, values, policies, and procedures of Accredited Supports to the Community; Communicate and gather information effectively in a variety of settings including one-on-one with staff and in team meetings; Provide an exceptional experience for clients, and staff within a challenging and exciting human services environment by setting the example of high-quality client-focused care.

Education and Requirements:

A minimum of 3 years' experience in leadership and/or supervisory roles in disability services or related sector; Team leadership, coaching, mentoring, communication, and problem-solving skills; Strong background in advocating for and facilitating community participation for individuals with disabilities; Skilled in addressing a variety of medical needs, and familiarity with other community-based services; Valid driver's license and $ 2 million liability insurance vehicle insurance coverage; Class 4 driver's license or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire; Current and clear Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check provided on the first day of employment; Standard First Aid/CPR Level C and AED certification or willingness to obtain; Ability to be flexible to work a variety of shifts including overnights and some evenings and weekends as required, on-call; meeting the needs of the people served and our programs.

Why Choose ASC?

Competitive starting wage of $25.95 to $27.02 depending on education and experience; Customizable Extended Health Benefit program; Generous paid time off packages; Employer paid Employee Family Assistance Program; Employer paid professional development programing and support; Opportunities to grow and advance in a rewarding career!

Please send your resume and cover letter to hr@accreditedsupports.org. We thank you for your interest.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.95-$27.02 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Extended health care
Application question(s):

How many years of experience do you have working with individuals diagnosed with disabilities? How many years of leadership or supervisory experience do you have? Are you willing to work a flexible schedule including the occasional days, evenings, weekends and overnights?
Licence/Certification:

Class 5 Drivers License (preferred)
Work Location: In person