Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itala Centre has implemented community based Housing First programs to work intensively with participants in the transition from being homeless to having homes.

Duties/Expectations:

As the Program Manager of the team, the incumbent will be responsible to ensure that programs and services are delivered in a culturally safe and solution focused holistic manner fitting with the vision and mission of the Centre. The incumbent must be able to provide a high level of leadership regarding program negotiations that ensures the quality of appropriate service for our participants.  The incumbent will need to have knowledge of the Housing First model.

Qualifications:

• Must have an understanding of the Centre’s philosophy and values
• Working knowledge & experience in mental health, homelessness, social work, housing & harm reduction
• Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining an effective working relationship with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organizations
• Strong motivational and leadership skills
• Experience in the supervision of staff
• Assists individual staff in the assessment, review and case management plans
• Update staff work performance
• Identifies and arranges individual and program area training needs
• Experience with program management and coordination of all aspects of a holistic service delivery model
• Demonstrates ability to develop effective working relationship with individuals struggling with mental health issues
• Demonstrates ability and comfort to effectively build relationships with individuals who are homeless and dealing with mental health issues
• Demonstrated ability to assess people for strength and challenges, particularly in the context of mental health
• Demonstrated ability under pressure to be calm, rational and focused on the tasks at hand
• Microsoft Word and Excel program knowledge
• Understanding and ability to document Financial Records
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to set and meet deadlines
• Valid Manitoba drivers license and access to a vehicle would be an asset
• Able to provide police and child abuse checks

This is a full time term position ending March 31, 2016

All letters of interest and resumes must be received no later than August 7, 2015 at 4:30pm.

Attention:       Amber Gareau
                        Human Resources Assistant
                        445 King Street
                        Winnipeg, Manitoba R2W 2C5
                        Fax: 946-5042 or akgareau at mamawi.com

SOURCE: Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itala Centre