ABOUT US

Turning Point Recovery Society, located in Richmond, BC, is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their lives from addiction. For over four decades, we have provided a safe, supportive, and structured environment where people can embark on their journey toward long-term recovery. At Turning Point, we believe that recovery is possible for everyone. Our team is committed to empowering individuals to make lasting changes.
We are a not-for-profit drug and alcohol recovery organization with a $7M annual budget, operating at 6 locations in Vancouver, Richmond, North Vancouver and Squamish. We are seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead our organization forward in a dynamic and evolving recovery model.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall management of our organization, ensuring mission alignment, strategic leadership and quality service delivery in a supportive, recovery-focused environment. This role requires a compassionate leader with strong operational and financial management skills. Turning Point also has other enterprises that will require collaborative involvement for the Executive Director. Those enterprises are a Housing Society and a Cafe Society, which offer individuals a vital step towards independent living

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in executive leadership, preferably in non-profit or healthcare sectors
• Strong understanding of addiction recovery and mental health services
• Excellent financial management and budgeting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and motivate large teams effectively
• Commitment to client-centred, recovery-focused care
• Excellent communication and public relations skills
• Experience in fundraising and donor relations
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations in the addiction recovery field

• Provide strategic leadership and oversee organizational management
• Represent the organization in external activities and government relations
• Ensure compliance with contract, accreditation, legal and regulatory requirements
• In collaboration with the board of directors. Manage financial operations, including budgeting and resource allocation
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies
• Collaborate effectively and foster positive relationships with the Board of Directors and other stakeholders.
• Oversee program development, facility management, maintenance, operations and quality assurance.
• Oversee training and professional development for agency staff
• Foster a safe, supportive, recovery-focused, and trauma-informed care environment for clients
• Develop marketing programs and community outreach initiatives
• Manage and support staff, ensuring a positive and safe work culture
• Direct and coordinate the development of organizational policies and procedures