Community Living Ontario Looking for Director, Student Links at North York, ON Full Time

Community Living Ontario is a not-for-profit, provincial confederation, which advocates for, promotes, and facilitates the full participation, inclusion and citizenship of people who have an intellectual disability. We are a progressive leader in the developmental services sector, representing approximately 80,000 individuals and families, through over 100 member organizations.

About the Role:

The Student Links Initiative provides opportunities for secondary school students who have an intellectual disability to gain new experiences and to explore new possibilities for themselves. It is intended to enhance the capacity of students with intellectual disabilities to make valued contributions to their community, in accordance with their individual gifts. Students are provided with an opportunity to meet and be matched with a mentor who can connect them to information and opportunities in their areas of interest.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director, Student Links is a member of the senior management team and is essentially responsible to ensure the successful delivery of the Student Links Initiative within Community Living Ontario.

Primary responsibilities and goals

· Develop and implement strategies and mechanisms to advance the Student Links Initiative.

· Work with Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, the funder of the program to establish and meet the Service Description deliverables and budget.

· Oversee and participate in the development of mentoring procedures and training approaches in concert with the team.

· Oversee the engagement of relevant mentors to fulfill identified mentoring requirements.

· Evaluate the geographical area in which to provide mentoring support and make changes to that area as needed.

· Oversee the ongoing development of the Student Links Initiative, collect and analyze relevant data and produce reports.

· Ensure the information of student IEP processes and student transition plans in concert with educators, families, and students.

· Leads and is responsible for all evaluations processes within the Student Links Initiative.

· Ensures collaborative work within the Student Links Initiative and is responsible for the outcomes of the provincial team, including all staff participating in team meetings and training.

• Serve a key role on Community Living Ontario committee(s) as required

Human Resources

· Coordinate and facilitate team meetings.

· Responsible for the hiring of staff in the Student Links Initiative

• Support the Manager Student Links with regular supervisory sessions for staff and probationary and annual performance evaluations.
• In collaboration with Human Resources, maintain job descriptions.
• Guide the team with a strong professional approach that is respectful and sets expectations that are clear, specific, and measurable.
• Ensure staff has a good understanding of the organization’s Mission, Values and Vision, Policies and Procedures, and the team’s approach to the work, while monitoring and supporting ongoing training needs.

Operational Planning and Financial Management

• Responsible for managing within the approved operating budget for designated programs and projects
• In consultation with the CEO and other Directors, ensure the annual and long-term strategic goals and plans adhere to the mission and values of the organization.

· Provide regular feedback to the CEO through statistical reports, regular supervisory sessions and reporting on the status of the annual plans.

· Develop a professional development plan in consultation with the CEO. Attend Management Forums and other training and development events as assigned by the CEO.

· Work with the management team to establish annual plans and ensure these approved plans are carried out.

Data management

· Identify relevant and appropriate data and information sources.

· Evaluate the integrity and comparability of data and identify gaps in data sources.

· Obtain and interpret information regarding risks and benefits to the organization and to the community.

Risk management

· Obtain and interpret information regarding risks and benefits to the organization and people supported through funded projects.

· Be aware of and report on any concerns or issues which could be put Community Living Ontario at risk.

Qualifications

Education

• University or college degree/diploma in a human services, social services, or related field
• Minimum 5 years management experience in a similar capacity

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to facilitate and lead groups
• Experience working with marginalized or vulnerable populations.
• Experience in the disability sector.
• Demonstrated ability to work towards a common goal with people who have diverse roles, perspectives, and experiences.
• Excellent social, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong project management skills managing complex, multifaceted projects, measuring outcomes and successes.
• Strong written communication skills, including report writing.
• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.
• Computer proficiency (MS Office) for the use of word processing, data management, internet, email and spreadsheets

Working Conditions

• Full time 37.5 hours per week. May be required to work some overtime hours.
• Travel across Ontario will be required. Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle and be willing to travel to project sites as necessary.
• Flexible work environment including Toronto office, home office and in various venues across Ontario as required from time to time.

Applicants Must

· Submit a cover letter with their resume

· Produce a clean criminal reference check, which includes vulnerable sector screening

· Possess a valid Ontario’s driver’s license and vehicle for the purposes of work

· Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide a declaration of vaccination status

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Community Living Ontario is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome. Applications are strongly encouraged from people with disabilities, racialized people, indigenous people, and people from the LGBTQ2+ community. If you require any form of accommodation connected to this application, please let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match

Schedule:

Application question(s):

• Do you have a university degree or college diploma in a human services, social services, or related field?

Experience:

• management or leadership: 5 years (required)

Application deadline: 2022-05-06