Program Manager, Intimate Partner Violence

The Pod Group•Mississauga, ON

5d•CA$74,000 - CA$80,000

About The Position

Our client is a leading, inclusive community-based organization in the Peel Region, known for supporting individuals and families. They are a multi-service counselling agency serving diverse populations. The Pod Group is partnering with this organization to place a hands-on, collaborative, and empathetic leader to fulfill the role of Program Manager, Intimate Partner Violence. This role is crucial for overseeing the daily operations of the Centre with a strong systems perspective, maintaining high standards in programming and service delivery, and leading collaboration between partners to effectively serve those affected by intimate partner violence.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, psychology, education or related field.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working as manager; experience at a non-profit social services organization preferred.
Candidates with a regulated professional designation must be registered in good standing, or eligible for registration, with the appropriate professional governing body.
Thorough understanding of gender-based violence, and intimate partner violence.
Works from an anti-oppression framework, and a strong systems perspective.
Knowledge and experience with crisis intervention techniques required.
Comfort navigating complex systems and structures.
Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to establish, maintain and nurture teams, and productive working relationships with other community-based organizations.
Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work with a forward-thinking mindset in a fast-paced, and ever-changing environment.
Strong conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrated experience in report writing.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Ensure the intimate partner violence hub model of integrated and coordinated services is functioning to its highest capacity and serving the best interests of our community.
Assist in the development of short- and long-term plans for programs, monitor progress, assure adherence and evaluate performance.
Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new partners at Safe Centre and explore ongoing opportunities for collaboration.
Provide assessment, consultation, and analysis of the needs of clients to determine individual case plans and appropriate intervention/support.
Proactively mitigate and assess risk and engage in risk management as needed.
Supervise, train and evaluate staff, students and volunteers, and provide conflict resolution as necessary.
Liaise with partner agency supervisors on the operations and needs of the centre.
Chair and participate at various Committees within the Safe Centre.
As a member of the leadership team, participate in the development and implementation of agency wide policies and procedures.
Manage indirect services, administrative duties, and client statistical reporting systems.
Perform other duties as assigned.