Program Manager

Karis Disability Services • Ottawa, ON

2d • CA$35 - CA$41 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager ensures the overall effectiveness of the services and supports provided by the flex employees who work in various locations. They seek to promote and model Karis Disability Services’ Service Principles by enhancing relationships, promoting citizenship, valuing people’s gifts, recognizing self-determination, encouraging growth and development, and recognizing the need for holistic supports in a manner that considers each person’s intrinsic value. They implement organizational policy and establishes an environment for supported individuals and employees in keeping with Karis Disability Services Values, Vision, and Mission. The Program Manager is required to assist the Direct Support Professionals in meeting the needs of the people who use services, promoting growth and enhancing quality of life. The Program Manager helps build communities of belonging in accordance with the core Values of Karis Disability Services; Valuing People, Fostering Belonging, Serving Others and Respecting Gifts. They respect and uphold the Values, Vision, and Mission of Karis Disability Services, demonstrating the highest standards of courtesy, respect and integrity in their dealings with people using services, other employees and both internal and external stakeholders. Karis Disability Services seeks to hire a workforce that represents the diversity of our communities where we serve. We are committed to promoting communities of belonging where Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour feel valued, respected, represented, and heard. We encourage applications from qualified candidates from members of groups with historical or current barriers to equity. We seek to provide accessibility through all stages of the hiring process for all applicants with disabilities, consistent with our Accessibility Policies and the AODA. Please let us know if you require accommodation, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Visit Developmental Services Workforce Initiative [https://dscorecomp.com/] to learn more about the core competencies that characterize the work in Direct Support.

Requirements

• Ability to travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the overall effectiveness of the services and supports provided by flex employees.
• Promotes and models Karis Disability Services’ Service Principles.
• Implements organizational policy and establishes an environment for supported individuals and employees.
• Assists Direct Support Professionals in meeting the needs of people who use services, promoting growth and enhancing quality of life.
• Helps build communities of belonging in accordance with the core Values of Karis Disability Services.
• Respects and upholds the Values, Vision, and Mission of Karis Disability Services.
• Demonstrates the highest standards of courtesy, respect and integrity in dealings with people using services, other employees, and stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed