Seeking Community Leader/Executive Director

L’Arche Lethbridge is currently accepting applications for the role of Community Leader/Executive Director, start date June 1, 2025. The deadline for applications is April 4, 2025. Please see below for more information about the role and how to apply.

Three men leaning on each other and smiling. T-shirt graphics read Rise and Shine Together and I've Got Your Back. Text reads Join Us! Community Leader.Community Leader/Executive Director role:

L’Arche Lethbridge is seeking an energetic, compassionate individual who is willing to lead this faith-based, and relationship focused community for an initial term of 4 years, with the possibility for renewal at the end of that period. In addition to being responsible for fulfilling the mission of L’Arche and upholding the values and philosophy outlined in the L’Arche International Charter and L’Arche Canada Leadership Model, the Community Leader also acts as Executive Director and is therefore responsible for ensuring adherence with government standards, directives and local community policies. The Community Leader ensures that adequate structures, systems, resources, and processes are in place to meet the needs of the community. The Community Leader supervises other leadership team members and administrative staff and works closely with all stakeholders to manage high-quality, person-centred care ensuring the well-being of all members of L’Arche Lethbridge homes and programs.

Read more about the responsibilities, qualifications and attributes of the Community Leader/Executive Director.

Who we are:

L’Arche Lethbridge is a vibrant community that is over 30 years old and rooted in the traditions of L’Arche creating a place of welcome and belonging for all. It is a registered charity under the governments of Alberta and Canada. The community is situated in Lethbridge, one of Canada’s sunniest cities and a gateway to the Canadian Rocky Mountains. We currently have three L’Arche homes, providing residential services for 12 Core Members (adults with intellectual disabilities), creating a community with those who support, live and work together based on the unique L’Arche shared living model. We also own our own office building in the downtown area, which is our administrative centre and meeting place for the community. We are well-integrated into the wider Lethbridge community and enjoy connecting with and participating in different groups and networks across the city. The community is well positioned to plan and to take the next steps for growth and innovation.

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To Apply:

Please submit your résumé, including a minimum of two references, along with a cover letter outlining your desire for and qualifications for this role by April 4, 2025 to our applications website.