Program Manager - Family and Community Supports Full-Time

The Program

Taproot Community Support Services (formerly WJS Canada) works to improve the lives of persons in their communities through a variety of programs and services.

When families are in crisis Taproot Community Support Services tries to keep children and youth connected to their families communities and Indigenous culture through a variety of social service programs and services tailored to meet their needs including Family Resilience programs (formerly Early Intervention and Diversion) life skills training family preservation reunification and supported family time.

The Position

The Program Manager manages the High Prairie Child and Family Services program outreach and community based support services. Drawing upon extensive management experience in the social services sector they hire train and mentor a diverse group of dedicated social work professionals and ensure the staff and program operations comply with contractual obligations company policies and procedures legislation and accreditation standards.

In Your Role You Will

Assist the Program Director to develop implement manage and evaluate highquality outcomebased programming within High Prairie and the surrounding communities.
Promote Taproot Community Support Services family services programs and initiatives to support children families and community.
Implement collaborative service delivery working together with communitybased agencies and professionals involved with families and youth served.
Advocate for and respond to family child & youth client needs/desires and other influences.
Maintain client files and report program and service outcomes; as per agency ministry and CARF accreditation standards
Attend Child and Family Services (CFS) case conferencing.
Ensure any critical incidents are reported and managed accordingly.
Interview hire and train Taproot social services staff.
Supervise assign and monitor social work caseloads to social services staff.
Identify staff strengths and mentor staff through performance management and professional development.
Assist in future contract negotiations with funders.
Participate in community development projects.

***Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

Degree in Social Work Child and Youth Work or other social services Sociology or Psychology Degree
5 years management experience in social work child and youth care or other human services
Must have good knowledge of Signs of Safety Solution Focused Training Attachment Theory Trauma Informed Care and Collaborative Service Delivery
Strong interpersonal communications skills; able to foster cooperative work environment and community.
Indigenous culture and cultural sensitivity.
Conflict resolution mediation and crisis prevention and intervention skills.
Understanding of Child Youth and Family Enhancement Act relevant legislation guidelines policies and standards.
Experience working with computer/business software programs.
Valid Alberta Drivers License reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance and acceptable drivers abstract
Valid CPR/First Aid certificates
Suicide prevention training.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employeeowned company we value collaboration learning and innovation. Our strengthbased approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters and together were building a company were proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

Work/life balance
Learning and career development opportunities
Competitive wages and salaries
Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
Professional development opportunities and jobrelated training
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Long Service Milestone rewards
Employee referral bonus program

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website: taproot

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what weve identified and you think you can bring value to the role wed love to learn more about you! Please apply.

EqualOpportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equalopportunity employer we prioritize diversity equity and inclusion across all operations. Were seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.