Job Description

Who We Are
Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.
Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.
As one of Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future-all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us-your journey starts here.
What You'll Do
Reporting to the Housing Services Program Supervisor, the Community Support Coordinator provides support to assist households to obtain and maintain sustainable, suitable, permanent housing. This includes providing services to prevent tenant evictions and assisting in improving the quality of life for at-risk tenants; developing and maintaining a cooperative and partnership-based working relationship with local community service providers; tracking and analyzing various performance indicators in reporting on the successes of the Homelessness Prevention Program (HPP); and recommending changes to the program in order to improve the outcomes for those served.
This position will be based on location of successful incumbent; Port Elgin, Walkerton, Kincardine, Wiarton
What We're Looking For
Education & Experience

• Post-secondary university degree in Social Work, Community Development, or a related area
• Two years of prior experience in social or community advocacy or assistance role working with vulnerable people

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of relevant legislation in the housing field
• Knowledge of local community resources
• Ability to maintain positive professional boundaries without imposing personal judgments and expectations on families and clients
• Demonstrated appreciation for and dedication to cultural sensitivity
• Ability to work with sensitivity towards the diverse perspectives of individual clients and community service providers, while meeting the objectives and targets of the department
• Ability to effectively resolve conflict and intervene in a crisis situation
• Ability to interact and build relationships with youth and adults that may be either physically or intellectually challenged
• Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
• Familiarity with techniques for interacting with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone
• Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
• Demonstrated time management skills
• High level of integrity and work ethic
• Valid Class G Driver's License
• Clean Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $79,771 - $93,839 per annum
• Hours per week: 35 hours
• 100% Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• OMERS pension with equal employer match
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Paid health and wellness Leave
• Parental leave top up program
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs

Apply by: January 27, 2026
Join Us!
Your Career, Our Community: Let's build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca.
The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Company
County of Bruce
Location
Human Services
Opening Date
Jan 13, 2026
Closing Date
Jan 27, 2026 11:59 PM
Starting Date
Feb 02, 2026
Requirements
Type Description Status
VSS Vulnerable Sector Screen (Police Check) Required Before Job Starts
BACHELOR Bachelor's Degree Required Before Job Starts
ANALY 0 Analytical Skills Required Before Job Starts
ASSSK 0 Assessment Skills Required Before Job Starts
ATTDET 0 Attention to Detail Required Before Job Starts
COMMV 0 Communication Skills - Verbal Required Before Job Starts
COMMW 0 Communication Skills - Written Required Before Job Starts
CONFID 0 Confidentiality Required Before Job Starts
CRIT-THIN0 Advanced critical thinking skills Required Before Job Starts
CUSTSER 0 Experience with Customer Service Required Before Job Starts
EXP2 0 2-3 Years Experience Required Before Job Starts
LEAD 0 Leadership Required Before Job Starts
PRIOR 0 Ability to Prioritize Required Before Job Starts
PROBSOL 0 Ability to Problem Solve Required Before Job Starts
PUBREL 0 Experience with Public Relations Required Before Job Starts
TEAM 0 Ability to Work in a Team Required Before Job Starts
TIME 0 Time Management Skills Required Before Job Starts
DRIVE G Drivers License Required Before Job Starts

Skills Required