Project Manager
Why Work for SOAR Community Services
About SOAR Community Services
SOAR Community Services (formerly St. Leonard's Community Services) has been an established part of the community for more than 55 years, and is accredited for our excellence in serving children, youth, adults, and families.
Our Purpose
We support people to achieve new heights.
We do this by:
- Delivering quality services
- Coordinating care
- Partnering with others
- Supporting staff success
- Continuously improving our services
Our Principles
- Empowered Client Voices
- Clarity with Compassion
- Unified by Teamwork
- Integrity Through Consistency
- Inclusion in Action
- Leadership Through Empowerment
- Community Connected Care
- Adaptation and Innovation
- Governance in Partnership
Full-time Mon to Fri, 37.5 hrs/week
Duties
We are seeking a skilled and versatile Project Manager to support a portfolio of time-limited, strategic initiatives across the organization.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys working across programs and departments to turn ideas into action. You will lead and support projects that strengthen our programs, systems, and organizational practices, helping to ensure we continue to deliver high-quality, client-centered services.
Key areas of focus will include supporting the integration of key performance indicators (KPIs) into supervisory and performance processes, planning and implementation of new programs, contributing to development of recognition initiatives, supporting retention strategy development, and advancing accreditation readiness efforts.
Working closely with leadership and cross-functional teams, you will apply project management and change management approaches to ensure projects are implemented effectively and have lasting impact.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and coordinate a portfolio of strategic, time-limited projects across the Agency
- Develop project plans, timelines, and implementation strategies to support organizational priorities
- Collaborate with leaders and teams to design and implement tools, processes, and frameworks (e.g., KPI integration, performance management supports)
- Support planning and implementation of new programs and service enhancements
- Contribute to staff engagement initiatives, including development of recognition and retention strategies
- Support accreditation preparation, including coordination of activities, tracking progress, and follow-up actions
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and adjust plans to ensure successful outcomes
- Facilitate collaboration across departments and support stakeholder engagement
- Use data and feedback to inform project implementation and continuous improvement
- Document processes, tools, and learnings to support sustainability beyond the project lifecycle
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Social/Human Services, Business, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, program implementation, or a related area
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing multiple priorities
- Knowledge of project management, implementation, change management, and/or quality improvement methodologies
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience using data to inform planning and decision-making
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working with databases
- Access to reliable transportation
Eligibility
Authorized to work in Canada.
Start date: as soon as possible
12 Month Contract with possibility of extension.
Vacant Position
Benefits
Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
Time Off: 3 weeks’ vacation, 60 hours of personal leave, 15 wellness hours (pro-rated in first year)
Extras:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- RSP/TFSA matching for eligible staff
- Professional development opportunities
- A supportive, values-driven workplace that prioritizes your well-being
How to Apply
Apply by: June 12, 2026 | Reference: Project Manager
Email Applications to: kim.baker@soarcs.ca
Our Commitment to Job Seekers
SOAR Community Services is committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and traditional territories of the Erie, Neutral, Huron-Wyandot, the Haudenosaunee, and some of the Ojibwa Nation. The territory is mutually covered by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work in this community, on this territory. We also acknowledge that the settler population has been able to benefit from this beautiful land. We are all treaty members and will strive to act in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples and center their voices.
The Agency values the diverse and intersectional identities of its clients and staff. The Agency regards equity and diversity as an integral part of excellent community service and is committed to accessibility for all staff. The Agency seeks applicants who embrace our values and beliefs around respect for the dignity and diversity of our clients, staff, and community. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
The Agency encourages applications from all qualified individuals. If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision.
Personal information submitted will only be used for the purposes of the competition in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act.