Director of Housing & Community Support Services

About the role

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is seeking an experienced, values‑driven Director of Housing & Community Support Services to provide strategic and operational leadership for a diverse portfolio of housing, supportive housing, property management, and community support services.

Key responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and operational oversight for housing and community services programs.
• Provide direction for housing operations, tenancy management, occupancy, maintenance planning, and property performance.
• Support long‑term asset management and capital planning initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with funding agreements, legislation, policies, and best practices.
• Monitor program outcomes, service utilization, financial performance, and operational effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain relationships with BC Housing, Island Health, municipalities, government ministries, funders, and community partners.
• Identify opportunities for program enhancement, partnerships, funding, and service expansion.
• Develop and oversee departmental operating and capital budgets.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and supportive workplace culture.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Social Work, Human Services, Community Social Services, Non‑Profit Management, or related field.
• Minimum five years of progressive leadership experience in social services, supportive housing, homelessness services, or community programs.
• Experience managing multiple programs, service areas, or operational portfolios.
• Experience supervising managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of supportive housing, housing stability programs, community‑based services, and government‑funded social service programs.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of affordable housing operations, property management principles, tenancy practices, maintenance planning, and asset management.
• Experience with grant writing and supporting philanthropic and fundraising initiatives (considered an asset).
• Experience managing budgets, contracts, funding agreements, and community partnerships.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, relationship‑building, and problem‑solving abilities.

What we offer

• Competitive salary reviewed annually.
• Employer‑paid health and dental coverage and an employer‑matched pension plan.
• Support for continuing professional development.
• Paid time‑off and 14 statutory holidays including Easter Monday, Christmas Eve, and Boxing Day.
• A socially responsible and inclusive culture in a successful community enterprise.