Housing Program Supervisor at Downtown Eastside Women's Centre

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

33.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervisory Experience, Human Resources, Organizational Skills, Administrative Skills, Problem-Solving, Trauma-Informed Care, Crisis Management, Scheduling, Record Keeping, Knowledge of Gender-Based Violence, Knowledge of Mental Health, Knowledge of Homelessness, Knowledge of Addictions, Feminist Perspective, Anti-Oppression Framework

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Housing Program Supervisor About DEWC The Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC) exists to support and empower women and children, living in extreme poverty in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, who are particularly vulnerable to violence, exploitation, injustice and injury. Through low barrier Drop-In Centers and Emergency Shelters, DEWC provides basic need services, programs, and specialized supports to over 1000 women and children daily to help them survive the conditions that surround them. See website (www.dewc.ca [http://www.dewc.ca]) for details on our mission and mandate as well as programs and services. The Opportunity The Opportunity The Supervisor, Housing Outreach is responsible for overseeing the Housing Outreach program team through effectively planning, coordinating, scheduling, supervising, and directing program employees. She will ensure services meet the funding contract requirements as well as the philosophy, mission and mandate of DEWC. She is responsible for a range of human resources matters including acting in the absence of the Manager handling emergent and routine issues. Reporting directly to the Manager, Housing Outreach the Supervisor will work in collaboration with other DEWC staff to promote integrated services to women. She will work from a feminist perspective and within an anti-oppression framework. About You * You have a minimum of 2 years related experience in a supervisory position, preferable within a unionized environment. * You will promote and articulate the mission, mandate, philosophy, and values of DEWC. * You are knowledgeable of the issues impacting women in the dtes, including gender-based violence, mental health, homelessness, and addictions with an understanding of trauma-informed care responses. * You have the ability to both work and support staff, within a busy, chaotic, crises driven environment where there are multiple demands and prioritize. * You have efficient organizational and administrative skills including record keeping, scheduling, and problem-solving abilities * You have or will obtain a First Aid Certification and NVCI. Benefits of Joining the DEWC Team Healthcare: Extended health & dental coverage including vision; prescription medications; alternative therapies; EAP; life insurance; and long-term disability. Paid time off: 3 weeks paid vacation in the 1st year, 4 weeks after 1 year; 12 paid statutory holidays; 12 paid sick days annually; and access to time off to handle family or personal situations. For your Retirement: Enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution from DEWC. Other perks: Compressed work schedule; employee loan program; regular staff development days; and DEWC employees are considered first for any open positions. POSITION DETAILS: * Permanent, full-time, 9 day fortnight schedule * Work Schedule: Week 1 – Tuesday to Saturday (8:30am – 5pm) Week 2 – Tuesday to Friday (9am – 5pm) * Excluded position: hourly rate $29 - $33 depending on experience * Application Closing Date: Until Position is Filled Start Date: ASAP Submit cover letter and resume to: Specialized Services Supervisor Hiring via careers@dewc.ca [careers@dewc.ca] For full job description visit: www.dewc.ca/career [http://www.dewc.ca/career]s Indigenous women and women of colour are strongly encouraged to apply / Additional languages spoken an asset. **While we thank all applicants for their interests, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted** Tuesday - Saturday 8:30am - 5pm; Tuesday - Friday 9am - 5pm;

Responsibilities

The Supervisor, Housing Outreach is responsible for overseeing the Housing Outreach program team, ensuring services meet funding contract requirements and DEWC's mission. She will also handle human resources matters and collaborate with other staff to promote integrated services.