Director of Youth and Community Programs - Face Of Today

Director of Youth and Community Programs
Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Youth and Community Programs to lead the strategic development, implementation, and management of our programs. The Director of Youth and Community Programs will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of Face of Today's programs and partnerships. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role serves on the leadership team, providing supervision and support for a small team including Manager of Community Engagement, Community Partners, and Program Staff. The Director of Youth and Community Programs will play a pivotal role in driving the organization's mission forward by overseeing all aspects of program design, execution, evaluation, and expansion.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Management
Reports to ED

Direct report for Manager of community engagement (including weekly meetings)

Direct report for program staff

Manage (in partnership with ED) all community partners

Coach, guide, and schedule fellows in partnership with Director of Fellowship

Manage and schedule program staff

Member of Senior leadership team

Demonstrating an understanding of trauma informed, DBT oriented, relationship based, culturally/SOGIE sensitive approach in engaging with vulnerable youth and provides support and training to staff in this area

Programs
Oversee all program run out of the WGY centre

Responsible for the quality control of programs

Safety and staff training for programs (risk analysis, incident reporting, emergency procedures, and youth safety plans)

Manage Wrap Around program in coordination with Manager of Community Engagement

Conceptualize new programs and implement community-based activities in a collaborative manner

Weekly/monthly supervision/evaluation of programs (primarily in the evening)

Creating and managing program budgets in partnership with ED

Developing, processing, and monitoring evaluation toolkits and indicators to measure program performance

Collecting, recording, and analyzing project data

Initiating and setting goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization

Ensure program operations and activities adhere to legal guidelines and internal policies

Operational Leadership
Impact report

Ability to safely and effectively deal with emergencies, unusual incidents and behavioral challenges

Planning and organization of special events

Designing, directing, implementing, and disseminating objectives and operational strategies

Must be available on-call to support staff, find coverage, or cover shifts as needed

Research and apply to relevant grants in partnership with Fundraising Coordinator

Ensure that programs are aligned with grant deliverables

Scheduling space and availability in the WGY centre in coordination with the HR Coordinator.

Qualifications & skills:

Degree in social work, community development, recreation or another in a related discipline or combination of relevant education and experience

5+ years of management experience in a non-profit or public sector organization

Track record of excellence in service delivery and program management, with experience working with the vulnerable sector

Experience creating and implementing strategic and operational plans

Experience working with diverse communities, including Indigenous peoples

Excellent people skills, role modeling professionalism, productivity, and accountability, with authenticity and sensitivity

Strong communications skills (written, verbal, and digital)

Strong organizational and administrative skills, and attention to detail

Experience coaching and mentoring staff, volunteers and youth

Proven experience in creating a collaborative and safe learning space to foster individual and team growth.

Ability to work flexible hours with notice.

Must have administrative experience and proficient with Google Suite and Canva.

Employment is subject to: Successful clearance of Police Information Check including vulnerable sector search.

Compensation
Full-time permanent position however hours may change depending on the season. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

$70K-80K depending on experience

Vacation 4 weeks to start plus winter office closure between Christmas and New Years

10 health and wellness days

Employer paid extended healthcare

Open to a flexible work model that supports occasional remote work days.

If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of youth, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your cover letter and resume to *** preferably by July 2, 2024.
For more information please check out: faceoftoday.ca
Face of Today is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse youth and partners relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
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