House Leader (Future Opportunities) – South-Eastern Manitoba Expansion

Job summary

The House Leader oversees the day-to-day operations of a residential home while providing direct support and mentorship to staff. They coordinate individual support plans and ensure high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence and community participation.

Job details

House Leader (Future Opportunities) – South-Eastern Manitoba Expansion Join a Growing Organization Expanding into South-Eastern Manitoba Live in South-Eastern Manitoba? Looking to grow your leadership experience in the health-care and community support sector? As Simaril expands throughout South-Eastern Manitoba, new full-time House Leader opportunities will become available. Join our candidate pool today to be considered for future leadership positions and be part of a growing team making a meaningful difference in your community, close to home. About Us Simaril is a Winnipeg-based non-profit organization that has supported people to build full, meaningful lives since 1987. Our supports are tailored to each person’s goals, preferences, strengths, and level of support needed. We provide residential and community-based programs, including Residential Living, Supported Independent Living, Home Share, Respite, and Cluster services. Across our programs, we focus on helping people build greater choice, independence, connection, and belonging in everyday life. Our work is guided by three values: Respecting, Empowering, and Uniting. Our Why We believe a good life is shaped by the freedom to make choices, build relationships, feel connected, and belong. Our role is to create the conditions that make that possible. We support people to build lives that reflect who they are, what matters to them, and how they want to live. All of that purpose guides how we work, how we make decisions, and how we grow. The Role As a House Leader, you will provide both direct support and leadership within residential services. You will oversee the day-to-day operations of a home, mentor and support employees, and help ensure individuals receive high-quality, person-centred supports that promote independence, choice, and meaningful community participation. Working closely with Community Managers, you will coordinate supports, monitor service quality, assist with staffing and administrative responsibilities, and help individuals work toward their personal goals while living meaningful lives within their communities. How You'll Make a Difference Leading and supporting a team of Direct Support Workers Providing coaching, mentorship, and day-to-day guidance to employees Ensuring individuals receive high-quality, person-centred support Coordinating and monitoring individual support plans and goals Advocating for the rights, choices, and preferences of supported individuals Building positive relationships with families, community partners, and external agencies Participating in recruitment, onboarding, and employee development Assisting with scheduling, payroll administration, and staffing coordination Monitoring documentation, finances, and program requirements Facilitating team meetings and promoting effective communication Supporting crisis prevention, intervention, and problem-solving Maintaining compliance with agency policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements Providing direct support to individuals as required What You Need to Be Successful Proof of legal eligibility to work in Canada will be required as part of the recruitment and onboarding process Post-secondary education in Disability and Community Support, Social Services, Human Services, or a related field Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with continuous status 2–3 years of experience supporting adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities Previous leadership, supervisory, or mentorship experience preferred Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills Experience coaching and supporting employees Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Proficiency with computers and workplace technology Ability to work independently and collaboratively A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence Reliable access to a personal vehicle Ability to travel between locations as required Extended Background Checks Including the Following Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search Adult Abuse Registry Check Child Abuse Registry Check Current First Aid and CPR Certification What Success Looks Like You will help create an environment where individuals feel safe, respected, empowered, and included while ensuring employees have the support and guidance needed to provide excellent service. Success in this role means fostering strong teams, maintaining high-quality person-centred supports, promoting independence and choice, and helping individuals achieve meaningful outcomes within their homes and communities. Experience & Training We Value Preference may be given to candidates with experience or training in: Leadership, Supervision & Employee Development Mental Health, Addictions & Trauma-Informed Care Autism, FASD & Co-Occurring Disabilities Behavioural Support & Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Program Coordination & Residential Service Management Personal Care, Mobility & Lifts/Transfers Community Inclusion & Justice-Involved Populations Mental Health First Aid & ASL Supporting Individuals with Complex Needs What We Offer Opportunity to help shape and strengthen Simaril's expansion into South-Eastern Manitoba Leadership experience within a growing organization Mileage reimbursement Cell phone and laptop provided for work-related use RRSP after one year of continuous full-time employment Comprehensive Benefits package available after six months of continuous full-time employment Job Type Full-Time Hours of Work Schedules will vary based on the operational needs of the location and the individuals supported. House Leaders can expect a combination of leadership, administrative, and direct support responsibilities. Additional hours may occasionally be required to support operational needs, employee development, or emergency situations. Direct Reports Direct Support Workers Compensation Starting wage: $22.60 per hour Work Location South-Eastern Manitoba Applicants should be comfortable commuting to communities located southeast of Winnipeg. Specific work locations will be discussed with shortlisted candidates during the recruitment process. Join Simaril If you are passionate about supporting others and want to be part of an organization that is growing and expanding its impact across Manitoba, we encourage you to apply. Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your experience, qualifications, leadership background, and interest in future opportunities with Simaril Supported Living. Due to the anticipated volume of applications, only candidates whose qualifications closely align with current or future opportunities will be contacted. Equal Opportunity Employer Simaril Supported Living is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Join a growing organization and help us bring quality, person-centred support to new communities across South-Eastern Manitoba.

What you’ll do

The House Leader oversees the day-to-day operations of a residential home while providing direct support and mentorship to staff. They coordinate individual support plans and ensure high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence and community participation.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in a human services field and 2–3 years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence and access to a personal vehicle are required for travel between locations.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement • Cell phone provided • Laptop provided • RRSP • Comprehensive benefits package

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Mentorship · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred
• scheduling · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Leadership
• Mentorship
• Staff supervision
• Person-centred support
• Crisis intervention
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Scheduling
• Payroll administration
• Documentation
• Advocacy
• Team management
• Community support
• Regulatory compliance
• Coaching
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Trauma Informed Approaches
• Crisis Prevention
• Talent Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Talent Recruitment
• Effective Communication
• First Aid Certification
• American Sign Language (ASL)
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Mental Health
• Social Work
• Decision Making
• Training And Development
• Crisis Intervention
• Developmental Disabilities
• Disabilities
• Human Services
• Problem Solving
• Mental Health First Aid
• Employee Onboarding
• Operations
• Personal Care
• Service Management
• Workers' Compensation
• Coordinating
• Payroll Administration

Job areas

• Social Services
• Management & Leadership
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Expansion Leader
• Residential Community Manager
• Real Estate Agents and Property Managers
• Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers