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3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Community Living Durham North (CLDN) is searching for a Program Director.Community Living Durham North (CLDN) was established over 50 years ago by a group of parents of intellectually disabled youth to provide support with a focus on living in the community. Since then, the agency has grown offering a wide variety of programs including residential supports, independent living supports, respite support, and community access programs.The purpose of our organization today is to support people who have an intellectual disability to live, work and enjoy life in the community within which they live. We believe that people who have disabilities must be empowered to: Live as independently as possible, supported to the extent that is necessary to meet individual needs Make real choices, however those choices are expressed Enjoy real friendships and other naturally supportive relationships Experience the security of unquestioned inclusion in their communityOur vision is that all persons live in a state of dignity, share in all elements of living in the community and have the opportunity to participate effectively.CLDN is a not-for-profit corporation that serves the three townships at the north end of Durham Region Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge. The 2 largest communities are Port Perry and Uxbridge. Both communities have busy shopping and dining businesses that cater to both the local residents and visitors. The three townships share a rich history, active community engagement and access to various outdoor activities.The Program Director is specifically responsible for Residential Supports, Community Outreach and Public Awareness and for the management and leadership of those services Respite, Community Supports, Housing and Homelessness, and Group Living.ResponsibilitiesThe Program Director responsibilities include:Creates and maintains an educated, trained team capable of providing effective programs and specialized services to peopleDevises policies and procedures for programs that maximize the opportunities people have to learn, grow and become integrated into the communityThinks strategically and creates teams capable of meeting challengesDevelops appropriate strategies for external communications that enhance the reputation and profile of CLDNHelps devise strategies for monitoring and assessing trends which may significantly impact the agency and ensures the CLDN remains responsive to both current and future service requestsServes as a member of the senior management team that determines a vision and strategic direction for CLDNAssesses and adapts emerging best practices/sector trends to the best advantage of CLDNAnticipates financial needs and proposes actions to secure necessary funding for new and existing services and/or peopleDevelops a network of sectoral and community contacts, through membership on various committees and taskforces, enabling CLDN to influence and respond to emerging service models and/or changes in the scope of practiceLeads the implementation of Person Centered planning and/or the Personal Outcomes model and ensures that service provision adapts to meet the needs of individual peopleLeads a team of managers that display the ability to influence and inspire staffQualificationsA College Diploma in Human Services Related field or a University Degree5 years of experience in a management role1-3 years of experience working in the Developmental Services fieldFurther experience, preferably, in Public Relations and in working with families in a counselling or case management capacityExceptional written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsValid drivers license and access to a personal vehicleHow to Apply:If you have the qualifications and are interested in applying for this position, please forward a copy of your resum and cover letter in confidence to Leeanna Cliff, HR Director at . Candidates will be chosen for interviews based on submitted materials. Only selected candidates will be invited for an interview and we appreciate all interested applicants.Community Living Durham North acknowledges that this organization lies under the Williams Treaties and the traditional territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation, including Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi. We recognize that land acknowledgments are not enough. We need to pursue truth, reconciliation, decolonization and allyship in an ongoing effort to make right with all our relations.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: From $103,272.00 per yearCompany pensionDental careDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programExtended health careLife insuranceOn-site parkingPaid time offSchedule:Monday to FridayHow to Apply:If you have the qualifications and are interested in applying for this position, please forward a copy of your resum and cover letter in confidence to Leeanna Cliff, HR Director at . Candidates will be chosen for interviews based on submitted materials. Only selected candidates will be invited for an interview and we appreciate all interested applicants.Community Living Durham North acknowledges that this organization lies under the Williams Treaties and the traditional territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation, including Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi. We recognize that land acknowledgments are not enough. We need to pursue truth, reconciliation, decolonization and allyship in an ongoing effort to make right with all our relations.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: From $103,272.00 per yearCompany pensionDental careDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programExtended health careLife insuranceOn-site parkingPaid time offSchedule:Monday to FridayWork Location: Hybrid remote in Port Perry, ONSeniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionBusiness Development and SalesIndustriesNon-profit OrganizationsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Community Living Durham North by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Program Director roles.Senior Project Director, Transit PlanningBowmanville, Ontario, Canada 3 months agoNewcastle Village, Ontario, Canada 2 weeks ago(PERMANENT FULL TIME) MEDICAL DIRECTOR - FORENSIC PROGRAMWhitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario, Canada 10 months agoSr. Program Manager, labor planning & vendor management, Field Funnel OpsMajor Projects, Program Director - WaterPeople Planning & Initiatives Program ManagerWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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