98-26: Manager Reception Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 35 Union: No Work Shift: Remote Type: Duration: August 17, 2026-March 31, 2027 Job Description: COSTI’s Temporary Reception Centre provides short-term accommodation and stabilization support to asylum claimants. The program offers a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where participants can access essential resources, receive settlement assistance, and begin rebuilding their lives. This is a full-time non-union contract position scheduled to work 35 hours per week. DUTIES Manages Reception Center operating 24 hours per day, 365 days per year with the capacity to service up to 200 participants. Provides direct and indirect supervision to front line service staff and management staff. In partnership with the General Manager and Assistant Manager, responsible for hiring, training and evaluating Reception Center staff. Manages and supports staff through regular performance reviews, coaching and mentoring the team effectively to meet the program goals. Develops and maintains productive working relationships with other agencies across sectors, community groups, and government officials. Monitors the delivery of services at the Reception Center in accordance with agency contractual obligations. Involved with the planning and developing of new programs and in the evaluation and improvement of existing programs, to ensure quality of services meet established objectives. Assists in ensuring all organizational timelines are met (e.g. grant applications, monthly and quarterly reports, budgetary reviews, performance appraisals). Monitors and oversees annual budget of up to $1.5 million; monitoring and controlling expenses within the organization’s guidelines and accounting practices. Ensures that Health and Safety regulations are met within the legislated regulations including day to day operations and emergency procedures under Temporary Reception Center Standards. Oversees interaction with residents regarding case management planning, complaints, violations, and supports provided in Reception Center. Ensures confidentiality standards are followed when handling clients’ files. QUALIFICATIONS University degree in Social Services field or equivalent. Preference will be given to those with a BSW. Three (3) years’ experience in staff supervision, and financial management, including evaluating, training and coaching staff. Experience managing an operational budget of up to $1,000,000. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective programs in the areas of refugee support, housing, and mental health Demonstrated experience working with Toronto Shelter or Reception Centre Standards, Occupational Health and Safety regulations and Public Health guidelines as they pertain to emergency Reception Centers and transitional housing programs. Excellent communication, conflict mediation and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated experience engaging with 2SLGBTQI+ and other marginalized communities, applying community development principles, harm reduction strategies, and recovery-oriented approaches to design and deliver services. This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours, and also on call emergency response. Required to provide a valid Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) Police check. The VSS must have been completed within the last 6 months. Must have a valid First Aid/ CRP certificate and previous Naloxone training. Pay Range: $69,883.25-$73,895.03 plus Benefits COSTI encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of our community. COSTI is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and when requested, will make reasonable effort to accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes when filling positions.

Manages the 24/7 operations of a Temporary Reception Center for asylum claimants, overseeing staff, budgets up to $1.5 million, and service delivery. Responsible for ensuring health and safety compliance and maintaining relationships with government and community partners.

Requires a university degree in Social Services (BSW preferred) and at least three years of experience in staff supervision and financial management. Must possess a valid Vulnerable Sector Screening, First Aid/CPR certification, and Naloxone training.

• Benefits

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• Staff Supervision
• Financial Management
• Budgeting
• Program Development
• Conflict Mediation
• Case Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Harm Reduction
• Community Development
• Crisis Intervention
• Regulatory Compliance
• Performance Evaluation

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 10, 2026