Make a move to a career that cares

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.

Who we are (more than just a workplace)

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 dasch.mb.ca.

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.

What you’ll do (the highlights)

The Casual Team Supervisor is responsible for leading a pool of approximately 100 Casual Direct Support Professionals providing leadership, ongoing training, and support. The Casual Team Supervisor also fulfills administrative tasks associated with the Programming Team including but not limited to Centralized Services, Specialized Supports, and Client Accounts. Reporting to the Director of Centralized Services the Casual Team Supervisor oversees the casual team’s day-to-day operations and collaborates with the Scheduling team for shift coverage. This is a crucial role in enhancing organizational efficiency and fostering a safe and comfortable environment for the people we support.

What that looks like:

• Working full-time, 40 hours per week
  • Monday to Friday working in the office and in the field. Must be able to flex hours to provide on call and location supports on evenings and weekends as needed
• Receive support and guidance from the Director of Centralized Services.
• Conduct performance reviews and supervise staff ensuring all casual support staff contribute effectively to the DASCH mission.
• Ensuring all team members meet the minimum required shifts.
• Serve as a positive role model for staff and the people we support.
• Maintain effective communication with the Program Managers, the Location Supervisors, the Scheduling Coordinators, and the pool of casual support staff.
• Liase with the scheduling team to promote effective utilization of casual support staff.
• Foster a sense of belonging and teamwork among staff, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
• Provide leadership to create a respectful working environment.
• Generate creative solutions ensuring high quality care is delivered.
• Offer staff continuous training, mentorship, and guidance for professional growth, including on-shift support during evenings and weekends as needed.
• Promote independence and encourage decision-making through recognition and respect of individual interest and choice.
• Provide on-call support for staffing as per protocol.

What you bring (and why you’ll thrive here)

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

Your qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience leading a team of 5 or more staff.
• Minimum 1 year experience using Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and/or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms.
• Proficient in operating smartphones and mobile applications for scheduling and communication.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Minimum 1 year experience working with people with intellectual disabilities, including knowledge of best practices in the field.
• Willingness and ability to travel to multiple DASCH locations across Winnipeg as required.
• Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle during working hours.

Your Characteristics:

• You enjoy working collaboratively among a team and helping others succeed in their roles.
• 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.
• Self-awareness allows you to seek feedback, learn and improve.

Pay + perks (how we support you)

• Annual Salary: $45,760.00
• Three weeks of vacation earned over your first year are available to use as you earn them.
• Six sick or personal use days per year.
• Comprehensive employer-paid training.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Registered pension plan with 5% employer-matched contributions after one year.
• Family health, dental, vision and life coverage.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Paid mileage.
• Optional RRSP and TFSA plans.
• Parental leave top-ups.

Ready to apply? (“check” these details first)

Before you click on the “apply now” button, know that to work at DASCH, you have to provide satisfactory background checks, including a Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry check and Child Abuse Registry check. We will accept checks you have completed within three months of applying. We will also ask you for employment references.