Director of Jewish Addiction and Mental Health Services

Director of Jewish Addiction and Mental Health Services

Role Overview

Jewish Addiction Community Services (JACS) Vancouver has recently merged with Jewish Family

Services (JFS) to form a new Jewish Addiction and Mental Health Services Division within JFS.

JFS is seeking a Director of Jewish Addiction and Mental Health Services to mentor, coach,

support and inspire team members, colleagues and partners to collaborate on providing

services to community members impacted by addiction and mental health challenges.

Reporting to the CEO, the Director will be guided by the core elements that have been

established by JFS and JACS and will have an instrumental role in shaping the trajectory of the

full roll-out of the new program, including core services, staffing, integration with other

divisions of JFS and relationships with key community partners.

JFS supports and empowers over 3,000 community members annually. For many years, JACS

has played a pivotal community role in providing informed service, guidance, education and

recovery services for families and individuals who struggle with substance use. By integrating its

experience and expertise into JFS’ robust program and service delivery, families and individuals

challenged by addictions and mental health will have access to a more fulsome, holistic

approach to healing. Join our dedicated team of professionals and make a difference.

What You Will Do

Service Delivery Counselling and Support

In collaboration with the executive team, develop and implement one-on-one and group

support services for individuals and their loved ones who are grappling with addiction and

mental health issues

Define and implement the organizational supports, policies, processes, and structures

required for the delivery of accessible, holistic service to clients

Provide clinical and operational supervision to staff

Service Delivery Education and Awareness

Strengthen and expand relationships with key community partners, relevant professionals,

community leaders

Build and orchestrate the delivery of an array of education and / or training events tailored to

both the community at large and key front-line professionals

Leadership & Administration

Ensure program criteria, descriptions, objectives, documentation, and communication are

established, maintained and reported (internal KPIs, legislative requirements)

Provide leadership including recruitment and management of the team

Develop, monitor, and manage the annual program budget and expenditures

What You Will Bring to the Job

Masters Degree, in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling or other similar advanced clinical

degree in addiction or mental health field

A member of a College of Regulated Health Professionals

Excellent knowledge of the Mental Health Act and community mental health resources

Extensive experience in the fields of addiction, mental health, trauma

Proven leadership and people management skills

Expert knowledge in program development, administrative principles and evaluation

techniques

Demonstrated ability to think and act with strategic and tactical agility and lead change

Ability to work independently and in a team

Innovative mindset

Valid driver’s license and vehicle; must be willing to travel when required.

What You Will Receive

Competitive salary in the non-profit marketplace

The salary range for this role is $91,000-$98,000 for a full-time position, 35 hours per week

JFS offers a competitive benefits package, including generous paid time off, paid sick days,

paid health and dental benefits, and RRSP matching and a hybrid remote work environment

An opportunity to hone your skills and gain valuable social service experience

A chance to contribute in a meaningful way to making a difference in the lives of our clients

and community

What We Do

Lives uplifted, a world repaired. In pursuit of our mission to support the social, physical and

emotional wellness of all people, JFS has been enhancing the quality of life for individuals and

families in the Lower Mainland for over 80 years. Join us to make a meaningful impact by

proactively addressing challenges, embracing change, and uplifting lives.

Our values : We welcome everyone · We honour the individual journey · We are courageous and

creative · We take pride in our work · We care deeply about people · We treat everyone with

dignity and respect·

JFS is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive

environment for all. Come and join our team.

Vaccination Policy

JFS requires that all employees and volunteers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Anyone

hired after January 1, 2022, will be required to show evidence that they have received at least

one dose of the vaccine prior to employment, and we will require that they be fully vaccinated

within 30 days of their start date.

Next Steps

Submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected] with Director of Addiction

and Mental Health Services in the subject. Please note only applications with a cover letter

and resume will be considered.

Applications will be accepted through June 14 at 5 : 00 pm; applications will be considered on

a rolling basis

We hope to have someone in place by September 1, 2024

If you have questions, please reach out to Rachel Shanken, Director of Operations

[email protected].