About Us
The Bridge Youth & Family Services is an Okanagan-based non-profit agency that utilizes evidence-based and client-centered care to provide the best service for our program participants and community. We provide safe, welcoming, and accessible spaces for individuals and families. With more than 50 years of experience, we are consistently expanding our programs and services along with looking for individuals to join our dedicated team and help us continue our impact of transforming lives and building community.
At The Bridge, you will have opportunities for success with a focus on personal development and the flexibility to learn and grow. We value our employees and showcase our commitment by offering competitive compensation packages and ongoing training & career development opportunities. Come live, work and play here in the Okanagan, where adventure and nature are at your fingertips.
About the Role
The Recovery & Addictions Clinical Program Manager will have the responsibility to lead The Bridge’s efforts at the Youth Recovery House to engage youth experiencing substance use struggles in a bed-based withdrawal management and treatment facility.
The incumbent ensures that policy, procedures, protocols, programs/curriculum, and standards of care reflect best practices and are consistent with safe and effective care delivery principles. He, she or they will provide leadership and clinical supervision to a diverse staff team that includes Program Facilitators, Recovery Care Workers and Registered Nurse support.
The incumbent ensures that the day-to-day operations of the services are delivered in accordance with The Bridge’s philosophy, policies, and procedures, and holds the safety and well-being of the people in care as their priority concern. This position provides ongoing clinical & program supervision, performance coaching and evaluation of all program employees, and, as a member of the agency Leadership Team, participates in a variety of agency initiatives and community and agency committees.
Additionally, this position also offers a unique opportunity to help build and shape the Youth Recovery House Phase II program as the current site transitions into the new facility this fall. Opening later this year, the purpose-built site has been thoughtfully designed to meet the unique needs of youth in our community, providing an exciting opportunity to be part of its development from the ground up.
Position: Permanent Full-Time – 40 hours per week. Rotating on-call after-hours coverage for Recovery & Addictions Program sites.
Compensation: $94,848 – 110,697.60 per year
Indirect Compensation
- Extended Health and Dental benefits after the 3-month probationary period
- 9.31% Pension matching after the 3-month probationary period
- 3 weeks' vacation pay, which increases with length of service
- 1 paid wellness day per year
- Paid birthday off
- Paid sick time, which increases with length of service.
- Professional development & education reimbursement opportunities
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- Master's degree in psychology, social work, or other related field of study
- 5+ years of management/leadership/supervisory experience preferred
- Training and experience providing evidence-based responses to alcohol use disorder, substance use disorder and concurrent disorder.
- Experience working within or leading facility-based/residential services
- 5+ years of experience working in the addictions/substance use treatment field.
- 5+ years of experience working with youth and families/caregivers
- Professional registration with BCCSW or BCACC
Skills
- Excellent oral, written, facilitation and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated teamwork, leadership and supervisory skills.
- Good time and general management skills.
- Ability to work effectively with program staff, volunteers, and non-profit and government groups, agencies and organizations.
Other Requirements
- Employees must declare their vaccination status for COVID-19 and influenza; if vaccinated, documentation must be provided.
- Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check
- Clean, valid BC driver’s license and use of a reliable vehicle
We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest; however we will contact only those candidates shortlisted for an interview.
The Bridge is an equal opportunity employer
Preferred
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Master's degree or better in Social Work or related field
