Addictions Recovery Program Manager

Career Opportunity: Addictions Recovery Program Manager

Location: Vanderhoof, British Columbia

Employment Type: Full Time: 35 Hours/Week

Wage Range: $44.0107 - $56.9950 /Hour

Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) - A Great Experience Awaits You: CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is in everything we do. Since our beginnings 30 years ago, CSFS has grown to over 400 employees providing services to 11-member Nations. Enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, and a strong focus on professional development opportunities, as well as the natural wonders of the northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity: The Addictions Recovery Program Manager is accountable for overseeing the day to day support and programming to responsible for overseeing and monitoring the effective delivery of the Addictions Recovery Program, Indian Residential School Support Program and National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program (NNADAP).

• Assist in establishing a yearly budget which encompasses all expected expenses and project for any expenses that the program might incur
• Approve and monitor monthly program expenditures as required by the various programs within the budgeted allotments and ensure the most effective use of resources
• Oversee purchase orders related to program costs; submission of cheque requisitions; program staff time sheets and accounts payable cheques through various online platforms including ADP and Xyntax
• Ensures contractual obligations are met and financial reports are completed.

• Provides effective planning for the In-Patient and Outreach Treatment Program in accordance with the program's guiding principles, goals and objectives.
• Develops after care services policies and procedures. Ensures such policies and procedures contain client assessment, recognition of other community-based services required as part of the treatment process, and referral of the client to community-based services.

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What You Will Bring to The Role:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work a related field, required
• At least 3 years’ experience in a management role
• An equivalent combination of experience and education in a related field as well as recent supervisory experience may be considered.

The Location:

Vanderhoof “where the heart is beckoning”is geographically located near the centre of British Columbia and truly is at the “Heart of it All” when it comes to lifestyle, low cost of living and employment opportunities. The community’s size, services and amenities are well suited for entrepreneurs, and those involved in resource or agricultural sectors. Whether you are looking for an adventuresome way to stretch your legs, are an avid wildlife admirer or looking for fun ways to entertain the family, Vanderhoof has something for you. Learn more about Vanderhoof by visiting http://www.vanderhoof.ca/ .

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying

• We live by our organization values of Responsibility, Caring and Compassion while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Supported to pursue life long learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution
• Family like atmosphere without traditional corporate inflexibility
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers

ts All For You:

• Excellent total compensation package including competitive wages, benefits and (defined benefit) Municipal Pension Plan
• Unique, generous and flexible time off options promoting work life family balance
• Education, and professional development opportunities

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Deadline to apply: February 13, 2024. Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

With the continuation of the global pandemic and because CSFS provides services to First Nations communities, classified as “Vulnerable Populations,” and to protect the health and safety of employees, candidates applying for employment will need to agree to provide their covid-19 vaccination status as a condition of employment.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.