L'Arche Ottawa is recruiting a Programs Coordinator

L’Arche Ottawa is seeking an energetic, compassionate individual who, as Program Coordinator, is willing to grow in collaboration with members with intellectual disabilities and the leadership team. This is a new role in our community which will contribute to the growth and vitality of our Day Programs. The Program Coordinator joins the logistics team which includes the Coordinators, Office Staff, and Community Leadership. The Program Coordinator directly supervises the grants, including the available funds from the Passport Provincial program, and Day Program. He/she ensures the integration of the Identity and Mission of L’Arche, the Servant Leadership Model, Community Policies and Procedures and Government Standards in all L’Arche Ottawa Programs. The Program Coordinator creates programs that embrace the core values of L’Arche, thus resulting in high quality care and programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and a thriving learning environment for Assistants.

Location:  L’Arche Ottawa Community Centre, homes and other event locations as needed.

• L’Arche Ottawa operates programs and classes at 11 Rossland Avenue where our Administrative Offices are also located.  Community gatherings take place in this space as well.       

Major Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Supervises programs and grants, in particular the good use of the funds from the core members passport program.
• Works with the Leadership team and the Community to develop and implement new program directions attending the evolving needs of our core members.
• Supervision of Day Program Leaders and service providers; i.e., Yoga and Music therapy [...]

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