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The Alice Saddy Association is a dynamic, community-based organization that provides a range of individualized, one on one supports to people with developmental disabilities. We envision a community that welcomes every person equally with respect and acceptance.
We offer regular hours of work, as well as on-call hours, competitive wages and benefits for both part-time and full-time employees, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
Director of Community and Family Supports
Position Summary
Due to continued growth the Alice Saddy Association is seeking a dynamic Director of Community and Family Supports to co-lead our Community Services team.
The Alice Saddy Association is a vibrant, community-based organization that provides individualized, person-directed supports to people with developmental disabilities. We envision a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive community where all people are valued and contributing citizens.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Community and Family Supports provides strategic and operational leadership for community and family supports, including individualized funded services, planning, and facilitation. This position plays a key role in shaping the organization’s future direction and ensuring high-quality, person-directed services.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, and an inspirational leader who builds strong relationships with people supported, families, employees, funders, and community partners. They bring experience in developing and implementing responsive supports and services, a proven ability to drive results and a deep understanding of program, resource, budgetary, and operational management.
They will collaborate closely with the Executive and Management Teams to uphold service excellence and foster community inclusion. As an ambassador and advocate, the Director of Community and Family Supports represents the organization in local and provincial initiatives aligned with our Mission, Vision, and Values. Maintaining confidentiality, anticipating future needs, and approaching challenges with creativity and innovation are integral to success in this role.
Qualifications
• Post-secondary education required; University degree in a related discipline is preferred.
• Personal philosophy consistent with the Alice Saddy Association’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• 5–8 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in human services or developmental services.
• Demonstrated experience in program development, evaluation, and quality improvement.
• Direct support experience with people with disabilities is considered a strong asset.
• Proven ability to lead through collaboration, innovation, and strategic thinking.
Compensation and Benefits
Full-time, Permanent (35 hours per week)
Starting Salary: $85,558 annually
This position is full-time, in-office, and offers competitive wages and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and learning.
To Apply
If interested in this career opportunity, please send a cover letter and resume to Human Resources at shannons@alicesaddy.com, on or before the closing date of November 10, 2025, that expresses your interest and outlines the skills and experience that you would bring to this position.
Candidates will be interviewed during the week of November 17, 2025.
Target Start date is December 15, 2025.
The Alice Saddy Association is an equal opportunity employer committed to accessibility and supporting individuals living with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are core to our values, and we strive to create a workplace where employees can be their authentic selves and are valued for their unique perspectives. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and diverse lived experiences.
Ready to apply? Follow the instructions in the application and email in confidence to Human Resources.
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Careers Embracing Diversity and Accessibility
The Alice Saddy Association is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to being responsive to those living with disabilities, and strives to prevent and remove barriers to accessibility. The Association will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to applicants living with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please let us know.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is a key priority, and we actively strive to build a culture of inclusion where employees can be their authentic selves and are valued for their diverse experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and a variety of lived experiences to apply.
