Human Services Integration Supervisor - Full Time - Human Services - Walkerton, ON

Avanti Software Inc.; Walkerton; On-site; CAD 86,887 - 102,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

OMERS pension

EFAP

Paid vacation days

Paid wellness leave

Parental leave top up

Professional development

Employee recognition

Job summary

Bruce County is seeking a Human Services Integration Supervisor in Walkerton, Ontario. You will supervise Integrated Services Assistants delivering income support, child programs, and housing services, while collaborating with leaders to advance program integration and outcomes.

The role emphasizes change leadership, policy knowledge, and strong communication; it includes a comprehensive benefits package and 35-hour workweeks in a supportive community setting.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Human Services or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education and directly related job experience.
• Three to five years of experience in a human services environment combined with supervisory experience.
• Understanding of applicable human services legislation (e.g. Ontario Works, Child Care and Early Years Act, Housing Services Act), regulation, and/or provincial policy directions.
• Excellent communication, client service, research, analytical, problem solving, and report writing skills.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Clean Criminal Record Reference Check.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance and direct supervision to the Integrated Services Assistants delivering integrated front line service and support related to income assistance, children’s programs and/or housing supports.
• Collaborates with the Director of Human Services and managers to identify opportunities for integration, provide recommendations, and support implementation.
• Identifies and measures internal organizational integration efforts and external client outcomes.

Skills

Change management

Policy & regulation understanding

Communication

Teamwork

Staff coaching

Analytical skills

Report writing

Independent work

Conflict resolution

Criminal background check

Education

Post-secondary degree in Human Services

Equivalent combination of education and directly related job experience

Job description

Human Services Integration Supervisor - Full Time - Human Services - Walkerton, ON

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 Business and Human Services Integration Manager, the Human Services Integration Supervisor provides guidance and direct supervision to the Integrated Services Assistants whose primary responsibility is to provide integrated front line service and support related to income assistance, children’s programs and/or services, and/or housing supports. The supervisor collaborates with the Director of Human Services as well as managers, supervisors, and staff across the department to identify opportunities for integration, provide recommendations, and support implementation. This includes identifying and measuring internal organizational integration efforts and external client outcomes.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary degree in Human Services or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education and directly related job experience
• Three to five years of experience in a human services environment combined with supervisory experience

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates and applies change management skills and ability to coach staff for transitions
• Requires an understanding of applicable human services legislation (e.g. Ontario Works, Child Care and Early Years Act, Housing Services Act), regulation, and/or provincial policy directions
• Excellent communication, client service, research, analytical, problem solving, and report writing skills
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, motivate and develop staff to deliver front-line outcomes with the use of performance coaching and conflict resolution processes
• Clean Criminal Record Reference Check

Assets

• Supervisory experience and/or experience in providing a variety of training methods

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $86,887-$102,229 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: August 6, 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, 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 [e-mail].
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.