Temporary Program Manager - Sudbury

Karis Disability Services•Sudbury, ON

4d•CA$35 - CA$39•Onsite

About The Position

This Temporary Program Manager role involves leading the Community Participation Program (CPS). The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, program management, and stakeholder engagement skills to develop inclusive, person-centred services that support community involvement and individual goals. Responsibilities include building community partnerships, coaching staff, advocating for people with developmental disabilities, and ensuring services promote choice, independence, and social inclusion. The Program Manager ensures the overall effectiveness of one or more Karis Disability Services locations, promoting and modeling Karis Disability Services’ Service Principles. They implement organizational policy and establish an environment aligned with Karis Disability Services Values, Vision, and Mission, assisting Direct Support Professionals in meeting the needs of service users and enhancing quality of life. The role also involves building communities of belonging in accordance with Karis Disability Services’ core Values: Valuing People, Fostering Belonging, Serving Others, and Respecting Gifts, while upholding the organization's Values, Vision, and Mission with integrity.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in developmental services
At least 6 months of Program Manager experience, preferably with Karis or a similar organization
Completion of a 3-year university degree
Certification in Emergency First Aid and CPR
Valid driver’s license
Completion of supervisory or management training/courses
Strong organizational skills and advanced computer proficiency
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Effective conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
Advanced knowledge of behaviour supports, mental health, and addictions
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities related to team success, safety, and service delivery
Ability to physically perform all duties and adhere to program-specific protocols and requirements (e.g., Safe Management)

Nice To Haves

Developmental Services Worker (DSW) Diploma is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Ensuring the overall effectiveness of one or more Karis Disability Services locations.
Promoting and modeling Karis Disability Services’ Service Principles.
Implementing organizational policy and establishing an environment for supported individuals and employees in keeping with Karis Disability Services Values, Vision, and Mission.
Assisting Direct Support Professionals in meeting the needs of the people who use services, promoting growth and enhancing quality of life.
Building communities of belonging in accordance with the core Values of Karis Disability Services; Valuing People, Fostering Belonging, Serving Others and Respecting Gifts.
Respecting and upholding the Values, Vision, and Mission of Karis Disability Services.
Demonstrating the highest standards of courtesy, respect and integrity in dealings with people using services, other employees and both internal and external stakeholders.
Developing inclusive, person-centred services that support community involvement and individual goals.
Building community partnerships.
Coaching staff.
Advocating for people with developmental disabilities.
Ensuring services promote choice, independence, and social inclusion.