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Executive Director
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Southwest Homes is currently seeking a compassionate, collaborative leader to serve as Executive Director. Reporting to the Board, the ED oversees all operations, strategic initiatives, staff leadership, and community engagement. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership in the non-profit or human services sector, a passion for inclusion, and a commitment to team-building and transparency. Experience with governance, financial oversight, and union environments is preferred. Criminal record check with vulnerable sector search and bondable status required. It is the intention to interview the last week of May.
Salary range: 85,000-100,000, but will be negotiated commensurate with education and experience.
Position Overview: Reports to the Board of Directors. Holds overall responsibility for all aspects of the organizations operations. Is accountable for internal (staff, participant) and external (families, suppliers, community, funders, etc.) relationships. Is responsible for the successful leadership, management and implementation of the strategic goals and objectives of the organization according to Board direction. Holds primary responsibility for all staff and operations as well as ensuring proper administration of policies, legislation and collective agreement.
Responsibilities include: Governance Collaboration with a Board of Directors, Strategic Planning and Direction, Oversight of all Service Delivery and Operations, Financial and Capital Oversight, Human Resources, Advocacy and Stakeholder Relations, & Public Relations.
Skills & Abilities: Team player and team builder with outstanding leadership abilities, consistently demonstrates dignity and respect when dealing with others, demonstrates sound and respected judgment, initiative and self-direction. Able to drive the development and implementation of strategic initiatives over years, financial and strategic acumen, supported by strong administrative ability to use relevant software and accounting programs. Able to develop, implement, and evaluate developmental programs. Effectively applies professional standards of confidentiality.
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Resumes and questions can be directed to boardchair@southwesthomes.ca.
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Direct Support Professional
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Southwest Homes supports and empowers people living with intellectual and/or physical disabilities to achieve their goals and be valued members of the community. The work involves assisting participants in a residential and/or community program settings with planning, leisure activities, community engagement, and also helping with administrative support. Team members working in residential program settings also assist participants with personal care.
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Continuous paid training and learning opportunities
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Positive, person-centered work environment
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Benefits & Pension package for eligible employees
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Employee Assistant Program
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Unionized workplace
Requirements:
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Able to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with program participants, and other team members
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Strong teamwork skills, and excellent communication
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Valid First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to complete within 6 months
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Must have a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver's License/Novice 2
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Submission of a clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check is required upon hiring
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Able to stand for several hours, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs
Starting Pay: $18.59 - $19.58 per hour
Benefits:
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Casual dress
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Dental care
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Employee assistance program
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Extended health care
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Paid time off
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Vision care
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The successful candidate must provide a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 306.773.7765 ext. 228. The position will remain open until filled.​​ To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to careers@southwesthomes.ca
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We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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