Program Assistant

DASCH Support Centre
Winnipeg, MB R3T, CAN

Join one of the most innovative organizations in the disability services sector where you can bring joy, independence, and possibility into someone’s life—every single day.

DASCH helps people with intellectual disabilities in Winnipeg to reach their full potential. We collaborate with families and allied professionals to support youth and adults so they can live, work, play and thrive in an inclusive, accessible, and responsive environment. Learn more about us at

What you should know about us:

• We aim to build an inclusive community that values people with intellectual disabilities.
• We support people living in more than 50 homes throughout Winnipeg.
• People at DASCH have access to recreational and life skills development.
• Our DASCHWorks program provides support and opportunities for employment, financial stability, and independence.
• Specialized professionals offer support in areas such as life skills, behaviour management, nutrition, and mental health.
• We are known for exceptional service. Part of that comes from providing our team members with the comprehensive training, support, and recognition they deserve to succeed. This is a place where people can flourish and grow their careers.

As a part of the Centralized Services team, the Program Assistant is responsible for reviewing and approving timesheets for payroll. This role provides day‑to‑day support to Program Managers and fulfills all administrative tasks associated with the Program Managers’ work including, but not limited to, incident reports, meeting administration, booking meeting space, submission of monthly reports etc. The position of Program Assistant functions in a manner consistent with and supports the mission, vision, and values of DASCH.

What that looks like:

• Working Full‑Time Monday‑Friday days in an office‑based position
  • Must be able to flex hours based on position needs
• Receiving support and guidance from the Director of Centralized Services
• Review and approve time entry for direct support staff.
• Complete audits and reports as requested by the Director of Centralized Services.
• Communicate with necessary parties to confirm, correct, and report unusual time clock activity.
• Monitor location payroll budgets and complete location specific reports for each pay period.
• Receive, investigate, confirm, and submit payroll discrepancies to payroll.
• Send reminder emails, review, and submit to Accounts Payable month end submissions for designated locations. Communicate with the Program Manager any errors with this to resolve.
• Approve in HRIS and generate status change letters for staffing changes.
• Be present and provide support such as reminder emails for meetings with DASCH client psychiatrist.
• Provide front desk support as needed on a rotational basis.
• Compose, update, and upload LMS training materials and courses for the Centralized Services team.
• Receive, track and file Day Program client financials.

DASCH team members are special. They have a mix of the right personal characteristics and specific skills for their work.

Your

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years’ administrative experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is required, with a strong working knowledge of Excel.
• An understanding of scheduling and time entry review is preferred.
• Experience in the use of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), and Learning Management System (LMS) is preferred.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours based on payroll schedule requirements and other organizational needs.

Your Characteristics:

• You enjoy working in a team environment and work effectively with others.
• You are detail‑oriented, organized, and have great time management skills.
• You thrive in a fast paced and changing environment.
• You listen carefully and communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Others find you helpful and positive.
• Details are important to you, and you can follow guidelines.
• Self‑awareness allows you to seek feedback, learn and improve.