Executive Director

At Karis Disability Services (formerly Christian Horizons), what you do matters. Since 1965, our team has come alongside people with developmental disabilities, and their families, to celebrate each person’s unique gifts as we promote communities where everybody belongs. Driven by our values which are firmly rooted in the Christian faith, together we serve more than 2,000 people each year across Ontario and Saskatchewan, supporting them wholistically - body, mind, soul and spirit. Believing each person is made in the image of God, we welcome everybody to find the personalized supports they need to thrive. Beyond Canada, our global work impacts over 300,000 people across 60 communities in six countries. Learn more about Karis Disability Services at www.karis.org
Full Time, Permanent
Executive Director
Woodbridge, ON (In-Office)
The Executive Director is responsible for the development and implementation of locations to meet the needs of people who experience disabilities in their assigned district. The Executive Director leads, promotes and ensures the implementation of services consistent with the organizational culture, Service Principles, policies, and procedures. The Executive Director ensures compliance with all legislation and regulations. The Executive Director leads their team in fostering relationships within the Christian community toward the fulfillment of the organizational vision. The Executive Director provides leadership that fosters healthy district management and administrative teams, and a positive work environment for all Karis Disability Services’ employees and volunteers in the district. They will provide leadership through their role on the Organizational Leadership Team.
The Executive Director embraces the Christian Faith Foundation of the organization; ensures the Christian ethos and the Values, Vision, and Mission permeate their job responsibilities; and personally, commits to the expectations as outlined in the Statement of Faith.
Responsibilities:
Provide oversight and direction to ensure that Karis Disability Services’ Service Principles are implemented to meet or exceed the quality standards as defined by the appropriate Ministries and Accreditation Standards.
Ensure that the organization’s Faith Foundation, Values, Vision, and Mission are realized throughout the activities and actions of the district.
Ensure the ongoing viability and quality of existing services.
Accountable for district operational issues, ensuring processes and decisions are consistent with the organizational culture of Karis Disability Services.
Participate as a member of the Organizational Leadership Team to provide leadership to our national services and recommendations to the Senior Leadership Team on operational matters, policies, and procedures.
Provide input to organizational Strategic Priorities and the development of the Strategic Plan.
Formulate department operating plans to achieve relevant outcomes identified in the Strategic Plan.
Ensure collaboration and cooperation across the district and throughout the organization.
Provide district leadership consistent with the Values, Vision, and Mission, Faith Foundation of Karis Disability Services.
Work with departments to plan, negotiate, and monitor financial, human resources, property, and information technology requirements for the district.
Support the Faith Foundation of Karis Disability Services through motivation and support by leading in prayer, devotions, practices and/or traditions.
Ensure the recruitment, assignment, and supervision of the district management team.
Work with partners of similar organizations and faith-based groups to create systems that serve the interests of developmental services and create communities of belonging for people who experience disabilities.
Cultivate and nurture relationships with local Christian communities.
Requirements:
10 years experience in Developmental Services
5 years experience in a Leadership/Management capacity
College diploma (Developmental Services Worker, General Arts, Social Work, or Business Administration)
University Degree preferred
Creative Problem Solving & Decision Making
Developing and Leading Others and Holding People Accountable
Relationship/Network Building
Frequent travel
Why Should You Apply?
Competitive Wages
Career Development and Training Opportunities
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Application Deadline:

July 1 st , 2024
Apply with a cover letter and résumé by

July 1 st , 2024

, to the attention of the Vice President of Operations, via the Apply Now feature.
Salary Range: $112,800 - $128,300
Karis Disability Services seeks to hire a workforce that represents the diversity of the communities where we serve. We are committed to promoting communities of belonging where Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour feel valued, respected, represented, and heard. We encourage applications from qualified candidates from members of groups with historical or current barriers to equity. We seek to provide accessibility through all stages of the hiring process for all applicants with disabilities, consistent with our Accessibility Policies and the AODA. Please let us know if you require accommodation, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility need.

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