Corporate Information
The Rehabilitation Centre for Children (RCC) supports children and youth in realizing their potential and participating in their communities. Together, with children, youth, families and our partners, RCC delivers interdisciplinary services at SSCY Centre in Winnipeg and in homes, schools, daycares and communities throughout the Province of Manitoba and beyond.
Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan
Mission
RCC supports children and youth in discovering their potential and engaging in their communities, through excellence in innovative clinical services, assistive technologies, education, and research. We authentically engage with children, youth, families, and First Nations, Inuit, Métis, Newcomers, and other partners across Manitoba and beyond, with a focus on equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.
Vision
All children and youth, with their families, reach their full potential and pursue their dreams, in accepting, inclusive communities.
Values
RCC embraces the SEVEN SACRED TEACHINGS with gratitude to Elder Mary Wilson and Grandmother Helen Settee for their teachings.
1. COURAGE (BEAR): TO FACE LIFE WITH INTEGRITY
Demonstrate Accountability (Excellence and Safety)
Act in the best interest of clients and families and support/empower children and youth. In collaboration with staff, partners, and funders, engage in continuous quality improvement, and the responsible use of the organization’s resources.
2. HONESTY (SABE): HONESTY IF FACING A SITUATION IS TO BE BRAVE
Collaborate Authentically
Value all voices and insights to co-create programs and services that meet the needs of clients, families, staff, partners and communities.
3. RESPECT (BUFFALO); TO HONOUR ALL OF CREATION IS TO HAVE RESPECT
Be Respectful
Honor all beliefs and backgrounds to promote a sense of welcoming and belonging, and upholding equity, diversity, inclusion and cultural safety. Demonstrate understanding and empathy and a willingness to work together. Be open to on-going self-reflection and continuous learning.
4. LOVE (EAGLE): TO KNOW LOVE IS TO FIND PEACE
Be Family-Centred
Authentically engage, involve, strengthen, and support children, youth, and families.
5. WISDOM (BEAVER): TO CHERISH KNOWLEDGE IS TO SEEK WISDOM
Innovate Boldly (Innovative Excellence, Courage, Leading Change)
Actively seek creative, thoughtful, and improved ways to do what we do. Think outside- the- box, embrace change, and don’t be afraid to do things differently.
6. HUMILITY (WOLF): TO KNOW YOURSELF AS SACRED PART OF CREATION
Value our Workforce
Build connection and trust throughout our workforce by demonstrating kindness, flexibility and compassion. Promote work-life balance, staff recognition, ongoing learning and development, authentic staff engagement in planning and decision-making, the provision of meaningful work, and resources dedicated to improve staff wellness.
7. TRUTH (TURTLE): TRUTH IS TO KNOW (AND LIVE) ALL THESE THINGS
Truth is to know and live all of these values.
Strategic Plan
Our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan is built on the following four themes
Theme 1: EQUITY, DIVERSITY & SERVICE EXCELLENCE INCLUSION (EDI)
Theme 2: CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILY-CENTRED SERVICE DELIVERY
Theme 3: SERVICE EXCELLENCE
Theme 4: ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
Governance and Leadership
The Rehabilitation Centre for Children is grateful for the hard work and dedication of its Board of Directors.
Our current Board members are:
- Jeanette Edwards, Chair
- Bisola Ariyibi
- Albert Boakye
- Sarah Carr
- Sarah Kelso
- Quinn Lawrence
- Sandi Mitchell
- Karen Psooy
- Helen Robinson-Settee
Non-voting members/staff:
- Cheryl Susinski, Executive Director
- Pavlo Motruk, Director of Finance
- Collette Wilson, Director of Corporate Services
- Jane Kidd-Hantscher, Executive Director, Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation
Public Compensation Disclosure
In accordance with requirements set out by the Provincial Public Sector Compensation Act, RCC has made its annual list of employees who make more than $75,000 a year available.
Download RCC Statement of Public Compensation Disclosure 2022 (PDF)
Partners
Co-Locating Partners
Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation
Community Respite Service Inc.
Department of Families
Inspired by Wonder
Manitoba Possible
Rehabilitation Centre for Children
St. Amant
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Central Speech and Hearing
Canadian National Institute for the Blind
Manitoba Education
Manitoba Health
St. Boniface Hospital
The Movement Centre of Manitoba