Women's Housing -kiknaw - Manager - Full Time - Term

YWCA Regina -
Regina, SK

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Full-time
$27.38–$28.82 an hour
10 hours ago

Qualifications

Computer operation
Leadership
Communication skills
Negotiation
Driving Licence

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Manager, Kikinaw

Department Women’s Housing

Position Title Manager, kikinaw

Hours of Work 37.5 hours per week

Position Type Term Position (9 months to May 3, 2027)

Reports To Director of Housing

Start Date August 17, 2026

Wage $27.38 to $28.82 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Work Location Onsite — Kikaskitânaw Centre, Regina, SK. Hybrid flexibility available

Open To Internal and External Applicants

Application Deadline 11am Wednesday, July 29, 2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Director of Housing and as a member of the Women’s Housing Leadership team, the Manager is responsible
for overseeing all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the kikinaw, including the Correctional Services Canada (CSC)
program, an affordable supported housing facility for women. The Manager will create a trauma informed, communal
environment for the residents, and encourage a healthy team culture amongst program staff focused on collaboration, a
respectful approach to challenging issues, and a culture of ongoing learning and incorporation of best practices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Human Resources
The Manager will foster a cohesive and effective staff team that works collectively to support clients. This will
include direct supervision of staff in the kikinaw, focused on coaching, feedback, fostering professional
development, and completing regular performance reviews and accountability agreements. The Manager will
work with the Director of Housing to advertise, interview, and hire new staff when needed. The Manager will
facilitate and lead regular communication within the team, including leading regular staff meetings, notifying
staff of upcoming events, and connecting staff to the other departments in Women’s Housing and the entire
YWCA.

Program Development
Working collaboratively with the Director of Housing and Senior Director of Women’s Housing, the Manager
will ensure a high quality of programming, supports, and services being provided including leading best practices
in client support, case management, and systems navigation that are based on the principles of trauma-informed
practice, harm reduction, cultural safety, and Housing First. The Manager will coordinate and maintain the
policies, procedures, and systems necessary to ensure the program is operating efficiently and effectively and is
achieving desired outcomes and will look for opportunities to refine and improve service where possible. As
necessary, the Manager will attend relevant community meetings/events and will foster a good working
relationship with community partners.

Administration
The Manager will oversee efficient and effective data collection, with careful attention to requirements set out in
funding agreements. With support from the Director of Housing, the Manager will ensure all reporting and
licensing requirements are met and will oversee the general maintenance and operations of the kikinaw Residence.
The Manager will monitor and approve budgeted expenditure and ensure spending for both salary and non-salary
expenses falls within the budget. The Manager will also be responsible for other duties that arise in the operation
of the kikinaw Residence, including being on-call one weekend per month and working front-line in emergency
situations.

Client Service
• All steps in the case management process for women in the permanent housing spots, including screening and intake,

needs assessment, and transition to permanent or alternate housing;

Providing individualized support for tenants in a permanent room, utilizing a client-directed case planning process that

works toward establishing community support;

Maintain a wait list prioritized by level of vulnerability, a concerns list of clients currently unsuitable for the program,

and a chart of occupied rooms, collecting rent and arrears and other administrative duties;

Offer all services from a Housing First and Harm Reduction philosophy, using creative approaches to avoid eviction;
Employ creative problem solving to resolve conflicts between residents and foster a positive community within the

Residence; and

Organize/plan programming for residents that addresses determinants of health and builds community.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education
• A degree in a relevant field such as administration, social sciences, social work, or management, and/or 2-3 years

management experience

Experience
• 2-3 years of leadership and management experience in similar role or environment.

Experience working with Indigenous communities and women experiencing violence, addictions, and/or homelessness;
Experience in a nonprofit, voluntary, or social service setting is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills;

Proven skills in relationship development, fostering a team, and effective coaching;

Proven administration, supervisory and leadership skills;
A sound knowledge of residential agency operations;
Ability to deal with high stress situations; and
A valid Saskatchewan driver’s license

ASSETS & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Connections with and knowledge of the Regina business community
Experience working in and/or deep understanding of trauma-informed practice.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Location: Onsite at the Kikaskitânaw Centre, Regina, SK. Hybrid flexibility is available; frequency determined

in consultation with the Director.

Physical Demands: Typical office environment with standard physical requirements, including extended periods of

computer use. To support volunteer activities, some lifting, standing, or walking for extended period of times may be
required.

Schedule: Standard business hours (37.5 hours/week), with occasional evening and weekend requirements.
Special Conditions: Driver’s license required
Pre-Employment: A criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector check where applicable, may be required

following a conditional offer of employment. Results will be assessed in relation to the duties of the role and will not
automatically disqualify candidates.

YWCA REGINA EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

Vacation accruals paid out each cycle
10 statutory holiday days plus 3 YWCA Regina–recognized paid days annually.
Access to the YWCA Regina vehicle fleet for work purposes (with applicable credentials).
Access to the organization’s on-site fitness facility.
Casual dress code and flexible work week.
A values-driven team committed to equity, care, and community impact.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & INCLUSION

As an organization led by and for women, YWCA Regina is deeply committed to building a team that reflects the full
diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit),
Black people, racialized persons, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, newcomers, and all others who bring
perspectives that enrich our work.

We understand that systemic barriers can discourage people from applying for roles where they are underrepresented. We
want to be clear: your lived experience, community knowledge, and unique perspective are genuine assets here. We are
actively working to build conditions where every team member can contribute fully and see themselves reflected in our
organization.

Accommodation is available at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require support to participate equitably, please
contact us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs in a timely and confidential manner.
YWCA Regina uses a structured interview process designed to assess competencies fairly and consistently. Shortlisted
candidates will be contacted directly. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.

HOW TO APPLY

Please reference “Manager, kikinaw” clearly in the subject line of your application. Applications that do not include this
reference may be deemed ineligible.
YWCA Regina invites applicants to voluntarily self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, non-status, Métis, or Inuit) or as
a member of another equity-deserving group in their cover letter and/or resume. Self-identification is entirely voluntary and
will not be used in any way that disadvantages applicants.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Submit a letter or statement of interest from your YWCA Regina email address to
[email protected] by 11am Wednesday July 29, 2026.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] by 11am Wednesday July
29, 2026.
NOTE: Professional references will be requested from finalists only. Please do not include references with your initial
application.

ABOUT YWCA REGINA

YWCA Regina Inc., established in 1910, aspires to a world where communities benefit from the full and equitable inclusion
of women and families, and where the experiences and perspectives of women and families are reflected in all facets of
society. We are a community voice of and for women — and a trusted partner in addressing the most complex issues faced
by women and our community. YWCA Regina provides childcare, shelter and housing, community programs, family
support programs, and outreach.
For over a century, YWCA Regina has been a cornerstone of life in Regina — evolving to meet the needs of women and
families across generations. Our work spans emergency shelter, affordable housing, licensed childcare, family violence
prevention, and wraparound community supports. We are a value-driven organization where staff are not simply delivering
services — they are partners in meaningful, community-led change.
Working at YWCA Regina means joining a team that leads with love, operates with grit, and believes deeply that every
person deserves dignity, safety, and belonging. Our staff bring a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and experiences —
and that diversity makes our work stronger.
YWCA Regina is committed to anti-colonial, anti-racist practice and to a workplace that prioritizes cultural safety. We are
committed to creating safe, inclusive, and accessible services and spaces for gender and sexually diverse persons. We
acknowledge that our social systems, communities, and organizational processes can perpetuate the marginalization of
Indigenous peoples, Black people, and gender and sexually diverse people. We are committed to systemic change and to
actions that further justice, truth, and reconciliation for marginalized peoples.

OUR VALUES

Mutual Respect: Everyone deserves an equitable, judgement-free environment.
Truth, Trust & Transparency: We conduct our work with honesty, integrity, and transparency to hold ourselves

accountable and maintain the trust we have earned in our community.

Community Allyship: We embrace change by amplifying voices that guide our work. We actively advocate with and

meet people and the community where they are, to support them in getting where they want to be.

Collaboration: The collective strength, aligned partnerships, and interconnectedness of community enable us to drive

change, disrupt power structures, and address barriers.

Love and Care: The way in which we care for our people and community matters. By providing a nurturing,

welcoming, and loving environment, we create spaces for care, a sense of belonging, family, and home.

Grit: Our perseverance, passion, and resilience affirm our belief that change is possible even in the face of adversity.

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