40030

Managers in social, community and correctional services

TEER 0 — Management occupations

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Education, law, social & government services

4 › 40 › 400 › 4003

Definition

Managers in social, community and correctional services plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the programs and activities of social service and community agencies, correctional institutions, counselling departments, labour organizations, professional associations, political parties and non-governmental organizations.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate 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 social and community centres, correctional facilities and detention centres
Administer the programs of non-governmental organizations involved with social issues such as health care, human rights, consumer protection, international development and environmental protection
Administer programs of membership organizations such as political parties, labour organizations, business and professional associations
Establish administrative procedures to meet objectives 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, administer and control budgets for programs, equipment and support services
Represent their respective organizations for the purpose of government liaison 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.

Example job titles

•assistant vice-president - health, education, social and community services and membership organizations
•association director
•child welfare services administrator
•children's aid society director
•community centre director
•correctional institution director
•correctional treatment and training director
•detention centre director

Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, NOC 40030 identifies Managers in social, community and correctional services. This occupation falls under TEER Category 0, making it highly relevant for skilled migration pathways like the Express Entry system under the Federal Skilled Worker Program. Professionals in this group plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the programs, services, and overall administration of social service departments, community agencies, correctional facilities, and counseling centers.

To qualify for occupations under NOC 40030, candidates typically require a bachelor's degree in a social science, business administration, or a related administrative discipline. Furthermore, several years of experience as a social worker, family counselor, correctional officer, or in a related social service field is generally mandatory. Common job titles in this category include community center administrator, detention center director, and social service program manager.

Successful applicants looking to immigrate to Canada under NOC 40030 can explore various economic immigration streams, including Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) and Express Entry. Meeting the exact educational and employment experience criteria specified by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is essential for a successful application. Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional immigration advice.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.