ABOUT US

Turning Leaf is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides person-centered, crisis and treatment services to low and high-risk vulnerable and marginalized individuals living with mental illness and intellectual challenge in our community. Turning Leaf’s support is customized to every individual’s needs and risk level. We offer crisis-intervention and treatment services, community support, day program services, residential support (including emergency housing, 24-hour homes, cluster housing, and home share), a harm reduction program, clinical services, indigenous services and more.
We are proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers of 2025. This honour distinguishes Turning Leaf as a leader in our industry, and as one of the top places to work in the province.

JOB SUMMARY

Turning Leaf Support Services’ Intensive Home Supports Department is designed to provide 24-hour, in facility, person-centered supports to adults (or individuals transitioning to adulthood) who are living with intellectual challenge, developmental disability and/or mental illness.
IHS Supervisors report directly to the IHS Clinical Case Managers and are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the home. Direct responsibilities include (but not limited to): providing leadership, training, developing, scheduling, and supervising staff, ensuring the home operates in conjunction with provincial licensing, follows the agency policies and procedures, maintains the home’s budget and ensuring that the resident(s) needs are being met.
The IHS Supervisor will participate in systems team meetings with collaterals alongside the IHS Clinical Case Manager when designing behaviour plans, will ensure the participant attends all necessary appointments that may include probation meetings, medication reviews, medical, therapy, day program, etc. Additionally, the IHS Supervisor will ensure that all critical information pertaining to the participants, or the home are reported directly to the IHS Clinical Case Manager.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Cover letter and updated resume
• 18 years of age or older
• Available anytime 40 hours p/week (Full time)
• Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check (no older than six months)
• Child Abuse Registry Check (no older than three months)
• Valid Drivers License with access to reliable vehicle is required
• Valid Standard First Aid / CPR Certification
• Completion of a Post-Secondary Education in Human Services (Certificate, Diploma or Degree) is considered an asset
• Minimum two years in a supervisory role
• Minimum four years related work experience
• Knowledge of behaviour modification, supportive communication, and the stages of change
• Experience working with individuals struggling with addictions
• Experience working with individuals with FASD, Schizophrenia, ODD, ARND, or ABI
• Dedication to continuous profession/skill development
• Experience effectively navigating through potentially high-risk situations through verbal de-escalation techniques, and the ability to stay calm in potentially high stress situations.
• Three employment references

QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

IHS Supervisors must possess the capacity to be aware of and control one’s emotions. Moreover, IHS Supervisors must be able to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously, empathetically, and professionally while executing their responsibilities and providing person-centered supports.

In addition, IHS Supervisors must possess experience with and skills in:

• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Excellent ability to write detailed reports.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a professional and timely manner.
• Consistency with processes and daily tasks.
• Self-starter and proactive approach in resolving problems and issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general information and data
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel. Treat all with dignity and respect. Open and receptive to people’s needs.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to effectively present information in a clear manner, demonstrate procedures and respond to questions.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with individuals presenting with a variety of communication abilities and limitations.