Assistant Program Manager in Surrey, British Columbia at Options Community Services

Options Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to delivering social services across the Southern Fraser region (Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley) from early childhood to seniors. Our comprehensive range of programs and services relies on collaborative relationships with individuals, businesses, community groups and government bodies to create focused, effective and responsive resources for the community.

Are you a detail-oriented problem solver with a knack for organization? We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic Assistant Program Manager to be the backbone of our team! In this dynamic role, you’ll not only handle vital technical and office tasks but also play a key part in enhancing our performance measures through data quality corrections and follow-ups. Plus, you’ll step in as a crucial support for our Program Manager and team, ensuring our clients receive top-notch service. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!

The Assistant Manager supports the Program Manager in service development and daily operations of the WorkBC Employment Services Center, including staff supervision, recruitment, training, and evaluation. This role helps set goals, compile program data, identify service gaps, and coordinate marketing initiatives. The Assistant Manager acts as Program Manager in their absence.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess post-secondary education in related discipline such as social work, psychology, business, leadership, human resources, adult learning, and experience in program development as well as building and sustaining community connections, or a minimum of 2 years direct experience leading staff to achieve high levels of client employment outcomes and contractual targets. CCDP designation will be considered as a strong asset.

Candidates should have advanced computer skills in MS Office and the internet, with experience in ICM considered an asset. A thorough understanding of employment services and community resources is essential, along with strong ethics regarding confidentiality.

The ideal candidate should be flexible, team-oriented, and skilled in communication, capable of handling diverse clientele with patience and respect. They should be organized, professional, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER through the “APPLY” button.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working with OCS. Due to the volume of applicants, only those qualified and shortlisted will be contacted.

The land which we are on is the unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples including Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui, Musqueam, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Kwikwetlem and the Sto:lo Nations.