The Program
At Taproot Community Support Services, we’re a 100 percent employee-owned organization through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Every employee is an owner from their first day, with a voice in shaping Taproot’s future and the opportunity to share in employee ownership dividends.
As a Certified B Corporation, we harness business for good. Since 1983 we’ve grown steadily, now delivering support across Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario through more than 90 contracts.
Our 800-plus employee-owners live by five shared values: we are stronger together, we lead with optimism, we embrace challenges, we respect every voice, and we go above and beyond. Guided by these principles, we deliver more than 125 community-based services each year. We walk alongside about 1,600 children, youth, families, and people with diverse abilities, with revenues exceeding $70 million.
Okanagan Community Living Residential Service is a residential program that offers supports to people with developmental disabilities. The Penticton location is an Okanagan based residential program housed in a large duplex with a large manicured yard and flowers along the walkways. Neighbours respect and support our residents. We are close to local restaurants and coffee shops. To encourage community inclusion, residents use public transportation although the program also has a vehicle.
Okanagan Community Living Residential Service is staffed days, afternoons and overnight as residents participate in our community based day programming. Okanagan Community Living Home Based Day Service offers specialized services to high needs participants. In-house programming includes functional daily activities that provide growing and learning components as part of daily routines. Individuals learn personal care and life skills that assist them with day-to-day living.
The Position
The program coordinator 1 (PC1) plans, implements and oversees the day to day activities of a program in this CARF accredited agency. PC1 participates in program development, formulation of policies and procedures, program evaluation, and budget preparation, and works closely with community partners. PC1 also carries a direct service caseload.
This position requires union membership with BCGEU
Scheduling
One (1) permanent, part-time position working 20 hours per week:
- Hours and days worked varies upon operational needs of the program.
In Your Role You Will
- Plans and implements activities and special events for the program.
- Oversees the day to day operation of the program by ensuring that the necessary facilities and equipment are in place, adhering to program policies, guidelines and best practices, and meeting program standards and licensing requirements.
- Assists with recruitment, selection, dismissal, orientation, training, monitoring and supporting contractors as required.
- Makes recommendation to the supervisor regarding program development, policy and procedure formulation and program evaluation.
- Promotes public awareness of and support for the program by performing duties such as producing promotional materials and attending community events.
- Liaises with community service providers and other professionals to coordinate service provision, facilitate referrals to the program and represent the organization and/or program in external events.
- Monitors and authorizes program expenditures and maintain financial records in accordance with the agency’s established procedures. Provides input to the supervisor in the preparation of the program budget.
- Maintains related records and statistics and produce reports as required.
- Operates motor vehicles safely and legally while transporting persons served or on Taproot business.
- Provides on-call and emergency coverage on pager or cell phone as required.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as required
- Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.
As An Ideal Candidate You Possess
- A Degree or Diploma in one of the humanities, social sciences or related field.
- Minimum of three years in a similar facility or program, including at least one year in a supervisory or management role.
- Current WCB Occupational First Aid, Level 1 and CPR certificates required.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and clean driver’s abstract
- Ability to use common computer applications required.
- Food Safe food hygiene and sanitation and WHMIS (or willing to obtain within probationary period).
- MANDT or Non-violent crisis intervention (or willing to obtain within probationary period).
What Taproot Community Support Services Does
At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of.
Our Employees Enjoy
- Employee ownership from day one through our EOT, with opportunity for profit-sharing dividends
- Work/life balance
- Learning and career development opportunities
- Competitive wages and salaries
- Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
- Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia
- Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
- Professional development opportunities and job-related training
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Long Service Milestone rewards
- Employee referral bonus program
- A values-driven workplace - as a Certified B Corp, we're committed to using business as a force for good
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.
Equal-Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.
