Supervisor- Health Equipment Loan Program

Title : Supervisor- Health Equipment Loan Program

Employee Working Location : In-person (Kelowna, BC)

Employment Status : Permanent Full-time

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) - an inspirational not for profit organization, helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. As a Canada's Best Employers 2026 , we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment.

In this role, you will :

• Recruit, train, supervise, evaluate, support and coach staff and volunteers
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of HELP, Partner Services, including the provision of medical equipment, maintenance of client/loan records, overdue equipment and waitlist management.
• Monitors program delivery to ensure meeting performance standards and quality control; analyzes program service delivery; recommends improvements.
• Develop and maintain strong, proactive working relationships with Interior Health and ensure appropriate communication between HELP and Interior Health representatives to resolve program challenges, service delivery issues and discuss program needs.
• In collaboration with the Partner Services Manager, represent the Red Cross HELP Program at regional governance meetings with Interior Health Representatives; this includes preparing materials, statistical and program operational data as well as other materials as requested by the Partner Services Manager.
• Participate in the development and ensure implementation of procedures and practice standards related to contract and/or agreed services.
• Monitor program delivery to ensure performance standards and quality control; evaluate means of achieving goals and objectives; analyzes service delivery and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with Medical Equipment Distribution Supervisor to ensure resources are allocated to meet services and HELP priorities.
• Maintain solid working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work with support staff to resolve building maintenance and IT issues.

What we are looking for :

• Completion of a 2-year post-secondary diploma in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of job-related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience supervising employees.
• Minimum 2 years working in front line customer service; experience working in a high-volume call center an asset
• Strong coaching skills.
• Experience facilitating meetings and collaborating with external stakeholders, preferably within health care.
• Proven experience working with a diverse population.
• Valid BC (British Columbia) Driver`s license required.
• Experience working with customized databases.
• Conflict management and resolution skills.
• Strong computer skills, including competence in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams, SharePoint and Outlook programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of discretion and diplomacy.
• Strong cross functional communication skills (written and oral in English).
• Self-Motivated and proven ability to work independently.
• Able to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Flexibility - ability to adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment and manage teams through change.
• Ability to review and apply data analytics to recognize trends or deviations.
• Experience with health contract management is considered an asset.
• Experience working with health equipment is considered an asset.
• Experience working with and reporting to a remote supervisor is considered an asset.
• Experience supervising remote employees is considered an asset.
• Experience in evaluating and increasing operational efficiencies is considered an asset.
• Willing and able to take First Aid Certification (training provided) is considered an asset.

Working Conditions:

• 35-hour work week (Monday to Friday), with the majority of work performed in an office environment.
• Must be able to travel to our other HELP locations, as needed.
• Occasional requirement to work overtime hours, often with short notice.
• Eligibility to work in Canada: At this time, we welcome applications from candidates eligible to work in Canada. If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, we encourage you to carefully review your visa to find out whether you are eligible to work in the job you are considering applying for. Refer to our FAQ for more information.
• If you are selected for this role, you will be required to complete a successful pre-employment screening process which includes a satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).