Summit Community Services

Summit Community Services Executive Director Summit Community Services Society is accepting applications for the permanent position of Executive Director starting September 7, 2021. Summit Community Services Society provides day care and after school care for infant to grade 6 and a variety of trauma-based counselling services to a broad spectrum of clients. We are dedicated to promoting community wellbeing by providing a continuum of quality. Accessible, client-centered support and intervention services in a respectful manner. The 32 hr/wk position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations. The position is accountable to the Board of Directors. The Executive Director is responsible for promoting and maintaining the integrity and philosophy of SCSS. As such, their primary roles include: Ensuring all program and financial policies, procedures, requirements, and obligations are met in a timely manner. Working closely and building relationships with community partners, funding agencies, and government sponsors Inspiring, developing, hiring, and retaining staff. Modelling and enforcing strict confidentiality. Working with, and informing, the Board of Directors Grant writing and administration Skills Required: Verbal and written communications Management and staff supervision Problem-solving, time management, and organization Grant Writing Contract management Able to work independently and as part of a larger team Basic financial management Basic computer skills (i.e., Email, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, Virtual Meeting Software, etc.) Program facilitation Experience/Knowledge Required: Bachelor's degree in Social Services of equivalent combination of experience and education with an emphasis in the administration of social programs and supervision of a wide range of professional staff. Asset: Experience working with a non-profit organization and/ or a Board of Directors To Apply: E-mail your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to debsaffin@gmail.com Applications must be received by 4:00 pm on Wednesday, July 7, 2021. SCSS has a comprehensive wage and benefit plan. Please visit our web page summitfamily.ca for more information. (1111872h)