Job Description

New Directions is a non-profit social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that provide supports in a variety of settings and foster people's hopes and dreams in their communities. The organization's mission is to provide responsive and individualized services that foster the hopes and dreams of people and their communities. Throughout the organization, staff and leadership work in many fields and in variety of shifts to deliver quality service and supports.



The

Youth Supported Independent Living Program,

offers supports for youth who have develop more basic skills to live independently with supports and are interested in starting to live more independently as they continue working towards their adult life goals (i.e., work, education, relationships, self-care, life in community, etc.), and solidify their independent living skills (i.e., fully manage their budget, keep up with work and education responsibilities independently, use community resources, take care of their mental and physical health, connect with significant others and community meaningfully).



Position details as follows:

Monday - Friday (DAYS)

Responsibilities Include

(but are not limited to):
Fostering positive, respectful and non-judgmental relationships with individuals and their supports Ensures staff responsibilities are effectively carried out Lead the supervision, evaluation, and performance management of staff Maintains standards for administration and documentation, aligned with best practice and appropriate risk management Financial duties which include balancing and accounting for monthly expenditures, and specific individual needs Participating in the on-call rotation The hours for this position range from 8am-8pm, depending on the needs of the individuals

The successful candidate will have the following:

Post-secondary education in a social services field (e.g., social work, psychology, disability, and community support etc.) A minimum of 5 years experience in direct support roles in the disability services field (or related field), with a minimum of 6 months of supervisory experience preferred Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work with youth in care or individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities Proven knowledge and ability in decision-making, problem-solving, crisis management and conflict resolution Proven ability to provide effective leadership within a team environment with respect, professionalism, and cultural awareness Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Proven ability to work within the person-centered framework Applicants are required to have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle Applicants are required to have current First Aid/CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification. Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) is considered an asset.




The salary range for this 80-hour bi-weekly position is $22.07 to $28.69 per hour, dependent upon education and/or experience of the successful candidate. A full benefits package (which includes Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Benefits, and a Pension Plan) is provided to permanent full-time staff.

This is a 2-Year Term position,

with the possibility of extension.



The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry, Prior Contact, and Adult Abuse Registry Checks. A recent Driver's Safety Rating must also be provided.

The closing date for all applications is March 19, 2025 at 4:30pm

We thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


New Directions is committed to equity and diversity and especially welcomes applications from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we support and contributes to the diversification of ideas.



Accommodations for accessibility purposes are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.