SOGIE Affirming Services Program Manager

SOGIE Affirming Services Program Manager 1 Year Temporary Contract - Full Time Starting September 2026 The Agency We are a Child Welfare and Child & Youth Mental Health agency committed to service excellence, teamwork and participation in decision-making. We respect and value diversity and operate from an anti-oppression framework. Located in the prime recreational area of Simcoe County and the District of Muskoka, we provide the opportunity to combine a career with a lifestyle of your choice. Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions (SMFC) strives to be a reflection of the diverse communities it serves. As a result, we encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented communities such as people living with a disability, racialized people, Indigenous peoples, people of different faiths and people from diverse gender, gender expression and 2SLGBTQ2SIA+ identities. If you are of the aforementioned identities, and feel comfortable making it known, please feel free to do so with the knowledge it will be kept confidential and used in a safe manner to inform our recruitment process towards being an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code throughout the recruitment process. The Job Reporting to the Senior Lead Professional Standards, the successful incumbent will be responsible to provide strategic and clinical leadership to ensure the delivery of affirming services to the 2sLGBTQ+ community. Operating within an Anti-Racist, Anti-Oppressive (ARAO) and trauma-informed framework, this role bridges organizational strategy and frontline practice. The incumbent is responsible for implementing the Equity Workplan, overseeing the Affirming Services Consultation Panel, and ensuring that SOGIE-affirming practices are integrated across all Service Teams. Qualifications * A Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work degree is preferred or having status as a Registered Social Worker (RSW) or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Self-identifying as a member of the 2sLGBTQ+ community with lived experience of relevant issues in Canada is a highly desired asset. * Minimum 3 years in Child Welfare or Child & Youth Mental Health with a focus on supporting 2sLGBTQ+ communities. * Leadership experience, particularly in the provision and/or development of Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Expression-Affirming Services. * Management experience is a highly desired asset. * Working understanding of sexual orientation, gender identity & expression-affirming supports, services and community organizations available to children, youth and families. * Deep understanding of intersectional oppression, colonialism, and the impact of the child welfare and child & youth mental health systems on equity-deserving groups. * Demonstrated understanding of provision of affirming services to members of the 2sLGBTQ+ community from an intersectional approach that is trauma-informed, healing-centered and identity-affirming. * A thorough knowledge of equity-based & identity-affirming clinical skill requirements, case management and therapeutic interventions as well as applicable Ministry Standards and Legislation. * Sound knowledge of the impact and risk of social issues in child welfare & child and youth mental health and understanding of current relevant theories and best practices. Sound knowledge of clinical theories and best practices that are equity centered. * A sound understanding of Child Welfare & Child & Youth Mental Health sector commitments/initiatives towards the building of affirming supports and services for the 2sLGBTQ+ community. * An understanding of adult learning, coaching and mentorship principles. * Demonstrated understanding and aptitude for project management and change management. * A valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle with appropriate insurance to transport clients are required. Compensation The salary range is $87,997 to $120,073 commensurate with experience, with a generous benefits package, vacation and leave provisions. Applications by: July 2, 2026

Provide strategic and clinical leadership to ensure the delivery of affirming services to the 2sLGBTQ+ community. Implement the Equity Workplan and integrate SOGIE-affirming practices across all service teams within an anti-oppressive framework.

Requires a degree in Social Work or RSW status and at least 3 years of experience in Child Welfare or Youth Mental Health focusing on 2sLGBTQ+ communities. Must possess a valid driver's license and a deep understanding of intersectional oppression and identity-affirming clinical skills.

• Generous Benefits Package • Vacation • Leave Provisions

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• Strategic Leadership
• Clinical Leadership
• SOGIE-Affirming Practice
• Anti-Racist Anti-Oppressive Framework
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Equity Workplan Implementation
• Project Management
• Change Management
• Case Management
• Therapeutic Interventions
• Adult Learning
• Coaching
• Mentorship
• Child Welfare
• Youth Mental Health
• Intersectional Approach

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years