Duties and Responsibilities Include: 

• Supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in all aspects of their day-to-day lives 
• Encouraging personal skill development in all areas of the individual's life by showing, teaching and providing opportunities for new experiences. 
• Building a relationship with the individual, based on respect and trust. 
• Supporting people in social situations and help to build positive relationships. 
• Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge and questions with colleagues. 
• Administering medications when necessary. 
• Reading and documenting in log books and communication books. 
• Assisting around the home with various tasks and taking the individuals out in the community. 
• Assisting with personal spending. 
• Assisting with personal care when necessary. 

A valid driver's license supported by a clear driver's abstract is required. A current (within the last 3 months) clear Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check is required upon hire. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills with the ability to speak, read & write English fluently. Experience supporting individuals with a disability is considered an asset.  Completion of a Community and Disability Support program would also be considered a strong asset.    

Applicants are encouraged to complete the form below, and include their resume and cover letter.  

Only those that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Direct Support Professional Needed for our growing Supported Independent Living program!

Monday to Friday, full time day and evening position available.

Our Mission : Arcane Horizon provides community living supports that focus on quality of life, respect and dignity for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Our Vision : Adults with intellectual disabilities are included, accepted and valued in our communities.

What we Offer:

· Competitive wages with employee bonuses and milestone service awards

· Flexible hours

· Employee discounts that promote health and wellness

· Advancement opportunities

· Employee development opportunities

· Rewarding work in a supportive team environment

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
• Encouraging personal skill development in all areas of the individual's life by showing, teaching and providing opportunities for new experiences.
• Building a relationship with the individual, based on respect and trust.
• Supporting people in social situations and help to build positive relationships.
• Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge and questions with colleagues
• Assisting around the home with various tasks and taking the individuals to appointments and outings.
• Assisting with budgeting and life skills.

Candidates must be team players who handle change well, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, a mature positive attitude and the desire to support adults with developmental disabilities. The successful candidates will be positive role models, prepared to support individuals with all aspects of community & residential living.

A valid Manitoba driver's license, class 5I or 5F, supported by a clear driver's abstract is required, as is a vehicle with $2million 3rd party liability that can be used for work purposes. A current (within the last 3 months) clear Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check is required upon hire. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills with the ability to speak, read & write English fluently. Experience supporting individuals with a disability is considered an asset.

Thank you for your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is your opportunity to work in a nurturing, gratifying and dynamic environment as an Assistant Coordinator (Assistant House Manager).

We require a team player who demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills along with a mature attitude. A minimum of two years experience working with adults with developmental disabilities is required. Education in a recognized Disability and Community Support Worker program is an asset.

Job Requirements:

• To be a positive role model, prepared to support individuals with all aspects of community and residential living.
• Minimum two years experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities
• Post-secondary education in community and disability support is an asset
• Previous leadership experience an asset
• Provide administrative and leadership backup to the Coordinator and accept management responsibilities as required.
• Evening and weekend shift availability.
• Able and willing to provide a clear driver's abstract, Criminal Record Check and Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks.
• A valid class 5i or 5F driver's license.
• Adaptable to change
• Possesses excellent communication skills including the ability to speak, read and write English fluently.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those that have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

The commitment required is to attend a meeting once a month (held on the third Monday of the month), 10 months out of the year to provide your opinions and oversight, plus some time on one of our Committees (Governance, Finance, Fundraising, Board Nominations) throughout the year to move our mission and vision forward. Board terms run in 2-year increments.

Role of the Board
The Board of Directors has these key responsibilities:
a.  To establish and implement the organization’s mission, vision, direction and purpose.
b.  To establish goals and priorities in meeting the strategic direction of the organization.
c.  To ensure that the organization has a defined governance framework in place including policies and processes.
d.  To develop, implement and ensure compliance with laws, bylaws, and policies.
e.  To select, support, guide, direct, evaluate and determine compensation for the Executive Director (ED).
f.  To ensure the financial health of the organization by ensuring there are adequate resources to conduct its work, by monitoring the budget and expenditures, by protecting the assets of the organization and by ensuring there is an annual audit of the financials.
g.  To enhance the organization’s public image through Agency public relations and promotions.
h.  To monitor the community to ensure that services are relevant and accessible to supported individuals.
i.  To report to the community on an annual basis at the annual general meeting.
j.  To oversee the operations of the Board by determining its role, evaluating its operations, and by recruiting, training and evaluating individual Board Directors.

Role of Individual Directors
Every Director shall:
a.  Establish and implement the mission, vision and philosophy of the Agency.
b.  Establish goals, objectives and priorities for the Agency in meeting the needs of all stakeholders.
c.  Agree to and sign the Board’s Confidentiality Agreement and the Code of Conduct.
d.  Help the Board to monitor the performance of the Agency in relation to its mission, vision and purpose.
e.  Participate in the review of the Agency’s mission and in the development of a strategic plan.
f.  Ensure that the Agency follows its legal obligations.
g.  Understand and scrutinize all financial matters including participating in the approval of the annual budget and monitoring the financial performance in relation to it.
h.  Attend and participate in Board meetings, committee meetings and the annual general meeting.
i.  Thoroughly review all meeting materials and prepare for and participate in the discussions and deliberations of the Board.
j.  Establish a strong working relationship with Board colleagues that contributes to consensus.
k.  Listen to each other's views, advocate their own, identify common interests and alternatives, and be open to compromise.
l.  Support decisions of the Board and speak as one voice.
m.  Keep Board discussions confidential.
n.  Be aware of and abstain from any conflict of interest.
o.  Assist in the establishment, review and monitoring of the Agency’s policies.
p.  Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the Agency’s services.
q.  Identify prospective Board Directors and possibly help recruit them.
r.  Participate in an annual Board self-evaluation.
s.  Work with the ED to enhance the public image of the Agency.
t.  Foster a positive working relationship with the ED and work with Board colleagues to support, guide, direct and evaluate the ED.

Expertise in the following areas is an asset: Finance, Law, Board Governance, Human Resources.

This is a volunteer role and there is no compensation, but you will receive access to our events, fundraisers etc. throughout the year and be a part of the Arcane Horizon Community of families and staff.

If you are interested in this amazing opportunity to contribute and gain valuable board experience, please send your resume and cover letter to the Director of Human Resources Trent Whidden at twhidden@arcanehorizon.org.