DSO Assessor Navigator

Your Support Services Network; Aurora; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking non-profit organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. As an Assessor Navigator, you will play a crucial role in providing support and information to those in need. This full-time contract position offers a hybrid work arrangement, competitive compensation, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. You will be part of a supportive team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, while also promoting wellness and community engagement. If you are passionate about helping others and want to contribute to meaningful change, we invite you to apply and be part of this impactful mission.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

In-house training

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience with individuals having developmental disabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or equivalent is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer application packages and SIS assessments.
• Provide service navigation and public education functions.

Skills

Experience with developmental disabilities

Cultural diversity understanding

French language skills

Education

Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent

University Degree (SSW, DSW, CYW)

Tools

Supports Intensity Scale (SIS)

Job description

About The Organization
Are you interested in making a difference?
Are you looking to instill hope and inspire change?
Your Support Services Network (YSSN) is a non-profit charitable organization that offers competitive compensation packages. We also know that a job is more than a pay cheque. We offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, complex support needs and their families or caregivers find meaningful connections to help them live their best life.

Employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

• A Hybrid work arrangement that blends work from home with time in the community or office and the ability to flex or compress your work hours
• A commitment to providing our employees with internal career opportunities through lateral position changes in our growing programs
• In-house training, and external training for courses related to employees' current positions or to prepare them for other roles within our organization
• A commitment to furthering our efforts in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging through an active Steering Committee
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards and idea recognition
• An active Wellness Committee that promotes and organizes yoga sessions, mindfulness moments, fun contests, lunch-and-learn events and seminars

We didn't become one of Canada's top non-profit employers of choice without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and a commitment to wellness.

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today.

Description
One Full-Time Contract Position to March 31, 2026 (with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent)
Developmental Services Ontario Central East Region (DSO CER) is one of 9 regional access points for people applying for adult developmental services. The role of DSO CER is to provide information, confirm eligibility for service, assess support needs, and link people to services and supports in their community.

Working within a team, the Assessor Navigator is responsible for the provision of a variety of system functions within York Region. These include administration of the Application Package and the Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) assessment, providing locally based service navigation to applicants, public education and community development functions.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent (SSW, DSW, CYW or University Degree)
• Minimum five years of experience working with individuals who have a developmental disability is essential
• French language skills is considered an asset
• Understanding of cultural diversity
• Knowledge of the social service system and its providers is required
• The successful applicant will be required to provide a police clearance that meets agency standards
• A valid G Drivers License, access to a reliable vehicle and business use insurance coverage, OR access to reliable transportation
• Travel across York Region is required

Posting Closes: Wednesday, February 19th at 4:00 pm EST
Starting Hourly Rate: $34.26 / Hour
Office Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm / 35 hours per week
Office Expectations: Once per month

EOE Statement
At YSSN, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and respectful workplace where diversity and inclusive approaches are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from equity deserving groups, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities, Newcomers to Canada, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources.

Our Vision
A Meaningful Life for All: Relationships, Community, Well-Being.
Our Mission
Communicate. Connect. Collaborate.

Successful candidates will be required to submit proof of a primary series of a COVID-19 vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization directly to the Human Resources department. In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement directly to Human Resources.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.