Program Manager

  • Full Time
  • Toronto

Yachad Toronto?

Description:

Who We Are:
Yachad Toronto, an affiliate of The Orthodox Union, supports individuals with
intellectual, developmental, and learning disabilities. Yachad helps these
individuals participate more fully in Jewish life and the broader society by
providing social, recreational and life skills opportunities.

Why Join Yachad Toronto?
✨ Make a Meaningful Difference
Build relationships, create unforgettable experiences, and make a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families in our community.
–  Be Part of an Amazing Team
Join a passionate, supportive, and dedicated team that works together, celebrates successes, and is always ready to lend a helping hand.
–  Enjoy Great Time Off
Recharge and spend time with family and friends with generous vacation time, statutory holidays, and Jewish holidays.
– Competitive Salary & Great Benefits
Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Position Summary:
The Toronto Program Manager will sit on the Yachad leadership team and will help shape the future of programs and services throughout the Toronto region.  Working under the direction and support of the Director of Yachad Toronto, the Program Manager will help create and implement a multitude of
social, recreational, and life skill programs that support individuals with disabilities and their families. Our goal is to deliver meaningful programs and services with a mindset of growth. At the forefront will be excellent customer service for both Yachad participants, their families, staff, and volunteers. This position requires strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and knowledge of the Toronto Jewish community. Part of the focus will be on ensuring that the region is strategically growing in current and new areas to best serve this community, with an emphasis on working with individuals with disabilities and providing inclusive opportunities to socialize with peers.

Responsibilities:
Program Management
 Facilitate & attend 2 weekly programs, “Holiday programs” & 3 Shabbatons a year
 Facilitate & oversee staff at 2 weekly programs & Sunday programs.
 Logistics support (responsible for purchasing all supplies and dinners)

Support Programmatic Staff
 Ensure all staff receive complete on-boarding, including first aid and
behavioral training
 Assist with crisis problem solving.
 Ensure programs and events are properly structured and well-staffed

Administrative Responsibilities
 Maintain members’ registration and all accounts in Yachad’s database
(MARS), including payments and attendance.
 Create monthly newsletters for Yachad families and donors.
 Submit invoices for all expenses to the Director.
 Assist with monthly financial reporting.

Additional Responsibilities:
 Create special family programs for the Jewish Chagim in partnership with
other organizations and Synagogues.
 Assist with recruitment of new participants.
 Main point of contact for parents and group homes.

 Provide a nurturing work environment in which all staff, volunteers and
Yachad participants feel valued, appreciated and acknowledged for their
contributions to the team.

 

Salary and Benefits:
$65,000-$70,000 with the following benefits:
 10 paid vacation days per year
 Paid Jewish and Statutory Holidays
 Health, Dental and Vision insurance- after first 3 months
 RRSP plan with a 5% employer match after 3 years (requires a
minimum 2% employee contribution).

Qualificatons:

 Strong commitment to the mission and values of Yachad.
 Reliable, dependable, and well organized.
 Minimum 3 years’ full-time working experience in organizational
management and staff support.
 Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media
 Able to multitask and handle challenging situations in a positive can-
do approach.
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
 Well versed in Jewish values and beliefs
 Previous experience working with people with disabilities is not
required, but beneficial.

Additional Comments:

Join Yachad Toronto and be part of something meaningful, inspiring, and fun! Interested applicants should apply through the following link: - https://careers.ou.org/jobs/17884064-program-manager-yachad-toronto.

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