Managers in social, community and correctional services (NOC 0423)

Managers in social, community and correctional services perform some or all of the following duties:

• plan, organize and direct the delivery of social and community service programs such as income maintenance, children's aid and emergency housing services
• manage the operations and activities of correctional facilities and detention centres
• carry out the programs of non-governmental organizations involved with social issues such as health care, human rights, consumer protection, international development and environmental protection
• carry out programs of membership organizations such as political parties, labour organizations, business and professional associations
• create administrative procedures to meet goals set by board of directors or senior management
• direct and advise professional and non-professional staff delivering services and programs to the general public and to the organization or association membership
• plan, carry out and control budgets for programs, equipment and support services
• represent their respective organizations for the purpose of government communication and media relations
• participate in policy development by preparing reports and briefs for management committees and working groups
• hire and provide training for professional and non-professional staff

Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office, hospital or school.