Director & Crisis Services

Position: DIRECTOR HOUSING & CRISIS SERVICES
The YWCA Saskatoon is a dynamic team dedicated to positively impacting the lives of women, their families, and the community. YWCA Saskatoon is a vibrant organization providing inclusive community services on Treaty Six territory and the homeland of the Métis peoples since 1910. We look forward tothe possibility of you joining our team.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION STATEMENT:  At the YWCA Saskatoon, we believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are dedicated to creating and cultivating an inclusive workspace and workforce that represents the communities we serve. We acknowledge that certain groups have been historically disadvantaged and continue to face barriers in the workforce. In collaboration with the Canadian Employment Equity Act, we have identified the following groups, which have experienced historical and/or current obstacles, as part of our equity priority group:
These include:
Persons of colour
Persons with disabilities
Women
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SLGBTQ+ community
Newcomers to Canada
We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully. We acknowledge the barriers that affect equity groups, and we’re committed to addressing, mitigating and accommodating these barriers to strive for equity in the workplace. If during the application and selection process you require accommodation, please email Areesha Kansi at
POSITION SUMMARY  The Director, Housing & Crisis Services provides strategic and operational leadership for the YWCA's shelter, housing and related crisis services. The Director is accountable for the continuous improvement of services delivered to women, children and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness, housing instability, violence or crisis.
As a member of the YWCA's Senior Leadership Team, the Director contributes to organizational strategy, policy, risk management, resource allocation, community leadership and the achievement of strategic priorities. The Director translates organizational strategy into measurable program outcomes and ensures that the housing and crisis services portfolio is responsive to changing community needs, evidence-informed practice, funder expectations and the voices and experiences of those accessing services.
The Director provides leadership to Crisis Shelter & Residence management and is accountable for building a high-performing and collaborative leadership team.
POSITION REPORTING  This position reports to the Chief Executive Officer and oversees all Crisis, Shelter and Residential management positions.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Rewarding work; contribute to meaningful change for clients and our community.
An inclusive and supportive team
Fitness membership at Fitness on 25th and a discounted rate on eligible programs
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:  Leadership   As a member of Leadership Team, work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and leadership team to deliver services through shelter and residence programs.
Develop, implement, and evaluate housing and shelter programs.
Follow accepted HR practices in relation to recruitment, supervision, performance management, coaching, performance evaluation, and progressive discipline.
Ensure that managers are provided with appropriate direction, resources, and support to effectively lead their respective teams.
Foster and exemplify a collaborative culture and team approach within area of responsibility.
Ensure appropriate application of the current collective bargaining agreement by management in the administration and operation of housing and shelter programs.
Ensure that housing services are operating according to established standards, applicable provincial legislation, organizational policies, and requirements associated with funding sources.
Provide leadership and direction in responding to emergency situations involving the safety of individuals, clients, staff, or facilities.
Implement and maintain policies and procedures for resolving and preventing emergency situations.
Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural and socio-economic differences among clients and employees and promote a respectful, inclusive, and harmonious work environment.
Provide leadership, direction,…