Supervisor, Addiction and Mental Health
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 Values
These aren’t just “lip-service” to us – we work and live by them. If you do, too, we want to talk to you!
- Inclusive – we value everyone and their unique perspectives and journeys
- Compassionate – we care about our clients, our staff, partners, and the communities we serve
- Collaborative – we work together to support our clients and community
- Integrity – we hold ourselves accountable and are fair, trustworthy, and dedicated to our mission to empower people to achieve their vision of independence, health, and wellbeing
- Innovative – we are open to change and continuous improvement
- Genuine – we are honest, respectful, and authentic with our clients, each other, and our partners
- Optimistic – we believe that everyone can accomplish their goals
Full Time 37.5 hours/week, primary Monday to Friday with one evening shift until 8 p.m.
Duties
The Opportunity
Is providing quality services to individuals experiencing substance and mental health important to you? Are you interested in joining a leadership team that is client centered, collaborative and supportive? Do you want to play a role in assisting staff in attaining their maximum professional potential? Do you want to be part of creating a positive environment for the growth and development of staff? Are you interested in community collaboration. Join a team that’s committed to making a difference - every day.
What You’ll Do
- Provide staff with administrative and clinical supervision
- Develop and evaluate program activities
- Facilitate and/or participate in department case management meetings
- Monitor referral and intake activities
- Provide direct client service consisting of individual and group support for individuals supporting a loved one who is struggling with substance use or a concurrent disorder.
- Participate in Agency recruiting process, including interviewing and initial training
- Liaise and collaborate with direct community partners
- Monitor data quality and support program improvement
Qualifications
What You Bring
- Diploma in a Social Services field, with a University Degree in Social Sciences preferred
- Current Registration in good standing with a governing body related to the program (i.e.: Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario)
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in related field
- Leadership experience in community mental health setting is an asset
- Strong organizational skills, clear and consistent documentation and attention to detail
- Experience with using clinical modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Brief Solution Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
- Skills in mediation, conflict resolution, and/or leadership training
- A collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate approach to your work
- Ability to manage occasional exposure to vicarious traumatic stress
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and client database systems
- Access to reliable transportation and flexibility in work hours
Eligibility
As soon as possible
Benefits
- Starting Salary: $59,066 annually and comprehensive 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)
- DCPP Pension 3% with Agency matching
- Voluntary RSP/TFSA
- Professional development opportunities
- A supportive, values-driven workplace that prioritizes your well-being
How to Apply
Apply by: July 18, 2025| Reference: Addiction and Mental Health Supervisor
Email Resumes to: dawn.slawter@soarcs.ca or recruit@soarcs.ca
Our Commitment to Job Seekers
St. Leonard’s Community Services Inc. 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.