Temporary Full-Time Integrated Program Assistant - Espanola

Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board; Espanola; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Wellness program

Inclusive culture

Continuing education

Job summary

Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board is seeking two Integrated Program Assistants in Espanola to collect and analyze client information for housing, child care, and social assistance. The role includes assisting tenants with work orders and providing referrals for employment and education, along with administrative support for client files.

Requirements include at least 2 years' relevant experience, a 12th-grade education with asset of a Social Sciences diploma, and a valid G license with

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' related experience in municipal social services or employment services.
• Valid Ontario class G driver's license with access to insured vehicle.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze information from clients to make recommendations for housing, child care, and social assistance.
• Provide support to tenants in receiving and managing work orders and referrals for employment and education.
• Provide administrative support for client files and data collection.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Regulatory knowledge

Computer literacy

Local programs knowledge

Bilingualism (asset)

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Social Sciences Diploma (asset)

Tools

MSOffice

Job description

Temporary Full-Time Integrated Program Assistant - Espanola

Integrated Human Services Temp Espanla, ON $27.85 CAD per hour

Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board (DSB) is looking for a self-motivated & energetic individual to join our industry-leading organization which works towards the delivery of high-quality services and programs to the residents of Manitoulin-Sudbury districts. Created by the provincial government, the DSB is responsible for overseeing and managing a range of services divested to the municipal order of government, including Ontario Works, Community Housing, Paramedic Services (Land Ambulance), Non-Urgent Patient Transportation, and Early Learning and Child Care Services.

Our DSB is looking for your help to ensure the efficient delivery of services to the residents of Manitoulin-Sudbury districts. Be part of an organization that strives to provide quality services that meet the needs of our communities, and we work hard to ensure that the programs we offer are accessible and responsive to the diverse needs of our residents.

Our Mission

With compassion, respect, and professionalism, we deliver services that support person-centered outcomes and foster healthy communities.

Our Vision

Strong Communities - where integrated human and paramedic services collaborate to ensure residents have access to the supports they need.

Our Values

Supportive, Community-Focused, Dedicated, Collaborative, Innovative and Accessible.

Our Team

The Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board is comprised of 14 board members and has been in existence for 25 years. With three main departments, Integrated Human Services, Paramedic Services, and Administration, and over 200 employees, we service a large geographical area totaling 45,000 square km. Our organization is responsible for the development and execution of annual budgets exceeding $50 million. We are proud to serve our communities, and we remain committed to our mission of delivering effective, fair, and safe services to our residents.

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for two driven individuals to join our team as Integrated Program Assistants. The position will be in Espanola within our Integrated Human Services Department.

In this position, you will be responsible for collecting and analyzing information from clients in order to make recommendations for applicants to receive community housing, child care, and social assistance.

The Integrated Program Assistant will provide support to tenants in the receiving and managing of work orders and provide referrals to clients regarding employment and education by providing administrative support.

Qualifications and Specific Skills

Education

• Successful completion of secondary school (Grade 12) education. Successful completion of a diploma in the Social Sciences field from a recognized college with Canadian accreditation is considered an asset.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience of related experience preferably in the municipal social services or employment services field.

Skills

• Effective oral and written communication, organization, and problem-solving skills and ability to do so with minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand and interpret provincial statutes, regulations, and policies pertaining to program delivery services.
• Ability to work with computer programs relevant to client files, third-party inquiries, and data collection.
• Knowledge of local programs that will be of assistance to clients.
• Bilingualism will be considered an asset.

Ability to travel as required. Valid Ontario class "G" driver's license with access to an appropriately insured vehicle as required for employment-related use.

What We Offer You

• Employer-matched pension plan, and a wellness program that is available to spouses and children
• Diverse and inclusive work culture
• Continuing education for staff

Salary: $27.85/hour

(35 hours per week)

Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, pleasenotify usand we will work with you to meet your needs.