Job Description

Description

Position of Intake Clerk and Employment & Income Support Assistant became redundant in Sept 2020 and incumbents transfered to Integrated Services Assistant.

About the County

"Bold and beautiful Bruce County... a healthy, caring community of prosperity and innovation."

Join our team powered by innovation and shared values where explorers turn obstacles into opportunities and individual challenges into shared solutions. Come join us on roads less travelled and turn your journey into an adventure.

Human Services is committed to planning, delivering, and advocating for responsive and innovative services that help individuals and families enhance their level of participation and quality of life in our communities. The team will enhance the quality of life for individuals, families and communities by providing integrated and comprehensive services that remove barriers and create opportunities.

The Department endeavors to provide community level response to community and individual needs through partnerships and granting in the Strategic Community Initiatives and Funding. As service system manager in both Children\'s Services and Housing Services the Department is responsible for system planning, and administration of granting of various provincial funding programs. Additionally, each of the program areas provide a number of services directly in the community.

About the Job

The Human Services department requires a Full Time Integrated Services Assistants to join the team working out of the Penetangore Hub in Kincardine ON.

Reporting to the Human Services Integration Supervisor, the Integrated Services Assistant is the first point of contact for members of the public as well as new and existing human service clients, providing integrated front line service and support to clients of the Human Services Department in relation to the divisional work of Children\'s Services, Housing Services, and Income and Support Services. The assistant may liaise with community partners in relation to providing client services. The Integrated Services Assistant also provides administrative assistance and support as it relates to the delivery of programs, services, and initiatives of the department.

Interested applicants can access the entire job posting through our Career Connector link at www.brucecounty.on.ca, and then apply online, following the outlined process. Deadline for applications is Wednesday, June 28 @ 11:59PM.

Salary & Benefits

Wage: $55,182 - $64,919 ($30.32 - $35.67) annually based on a 35 hour work week

Benefits:
Competitive Extended Health & Dental Plan
OMERS Pension
Flexible Working Policies
Employee Assistance Program, Discounts
Paid Vacation

Health, Safety & Wellness:
Health & Safety Program
Workplace Mental Health Program
Health & Wellness Committee Activities
Fitness Area Access at Administration Centre - Walkerton
Winter Loan Program

Requirements

Two year post-secondary diploma Human or Social Services field
One year of previous experience in a related field
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Able to work independently and maintain a supportive and cooperative environment with colleagues
Ability to deal pleasantly and effectively in a diverse environment, in potentially volatile and emotionally charged situations
Ability to maintain positive professional boundaries without imposing personal judgments and expectations on families and clients
Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, with a client-centred approach
Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion
Demonstrated time management skills
Familiarity with techniques for interacting with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone
Sound knowledge of community resources, employers and training options
Clean Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check

Privacy

Personal information contained in applications will be used for recruitment purposes and collected as per the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter M.56.

Additional Information

The Corporation of the County of Bruce is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants in advance, but regret that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Company

County of Bruce

Location

Human Services

Opening Date

Jun 23, 2023

Closing Date

Jun 28, 2023 11:59 PM

Starting Date

Jul 04, 2023

Requirements

Type Description Status
VSS Vulnerable Sector Screen (Police Check) Required Before Job Starts
DIPLOMA College Diploma 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
EXCEL2 0 Intermediate Excel Required Before Job Starts
EXP1 0 Less than 1 Year Experience Required Before Job Starts
FASPAC 0 Fast-paced Environment Required Before Job Starts
FLEX 0 Flexibility Required Before Job Starts
INDEP 0 Works Independently Required Before Job Starts
ONTWRK 0 Experience with Ontario Works Program (SAMS) Recommended
PRESS 0 Work under Pressure Required Before Job Starts
PRIOR 0 Ability to Prioritize Required Before Job Starts
PROBSOL 0 Ability to Problem Solve 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
WORD2 0 Intermediate Word Required Before Job Starts

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