The Sunshine Coast Association for Community Living (SCACL) is a dynamic
organization whose mission is to provide people with developmental disabilities person-
centred support and opportunities to thrive. The position of Executive Director is a
rewarding opportunity to lead a vibrant and innovative community living non-profit
service provider on the Sunshine Coast. This 90-kilometre stretch of coastline is a 40-
minute ferry ride from Vancouver. It has a rich Indigenous heritage and is characterized
by several laid-back communities that are surrounded by natural splendour.
Link to Sunshine Coast’s VitalSigns 2024 report to learn more about our communities
Job Description
The Executive Director, reporting to the Board of Directors, provides leadership, vision
and direction that promotes the health of the organization; directs, controls and
administers all facets of the agency including staffing, programming, finances and
operations; ensures that service delivery is of the highest quality, organizational values
are upheld, strategic goals are achieved, and SCACL is protected against undue risk.
Link to full job descriptions with detailed job responsibilities and duties
We are looking for a visionary and innovative leader who will:
- invest time in building strong relationships with persons served, family members,
staff and community partners to advance the strategic priorities outlined in the
current Strategic Plan 2023-2028, - lead the development of inclusive housing outlined in the Home and Housing
Strategy, - grow service delivery in a sustainable manner,
- promote SCACL’s vision of inclusion and belonging in the community and help the
organization to become a recognized destination for donations, planned gifts, and
social investment in support of its vision. - Completion of a degree in Social Services, Community Development, Leadership,
Public Administration or Business Administration - Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with adults with diverse abilities
- Minimum of five (5) years of senior leadership experience in social service with a
proven track record of success in organizational management, strategic planning,
program development, fundraising, and community engagement - Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in an executive director or
chief operating officer position, contract negotiation with Community Living BC and/ or
overseeing a unionized work environment.
Education and Qualifications
- Completion of a degree in Social Services, Community Development, Leadership,
Public Administration or Business Administration - Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with adults with diverse abilities
- Minimum of five (5) years of senior leadership experience in social service with a
proven track record of success in organizational management, strategic planning,
program development, fundraising, and community engagement - Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in an executive director or
chief operating officer position, contract negotiation with Community Living BC and/ or
overseeing a unionized work environment.
Skills and Abilities
- The successful applicant will:
- possess excellent spoken and written communication skills,
- think strategically with the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to
complex issues, while effectively managing resources and mitigating risks, - have the ability to build and maintain healthy relationships,
- make decisions that consider the best interests of all vested partners,
- possess excellent teamwork, leadership, managerial and administrative skills,
- have experience in leading the organization through a 3-year accreditation cycle,
- have strong financial acumen, including experience in budget development,
financial planning, grant management, and contract negotiation with funders (CLBC,
MCFD, VCH & BC Housing), - have experience managing labour relations in a unionized workplace and,
- have the ability to use technology and appropriate software effectively.
The following positions report directly to the Executive Director:
- Director of Quality Assurance
- Human Resource Manager
- Training & Technology Manager
- Accountant
- Building Maintenance Workers
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $100,000 to $115,000 annually.
- Excellent benefits including a pension plan.
- 3 weeks vacation to start.
- 40 hours per week with schedule flexibility
Please email your application to:
Executive Director Search Committee at applications@scacl.ca
Please include:
- A cover letter outlining your qualifications and related experience
- A current CV
- Contact information for three references
Closing date: September 18, 2024, 4:00 P.M.
Only qualified applicants selected for an interview will be notified.