Your Support Services Network
Aurora, ON
Closed
This position has been closed and is no longer accepting applicants.
Job Details:
Remote
Full-time
Management
Benefits:
Flexible Work
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:
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 to May 2026 (with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent)
Responsible for the coordination of the Passport Program within York Region, which focuses on adults with a developmental disability seeking community participation supports and/or skills development and respite supports. Responsible for waitlist management, acting as a resource to eligible adults and their families around community options and administration of funding.
Position Requirements
Posting Closes: Friday, March 7 at 4:00 pm ESTStarting Hourly Rate: $31.50 / Hour
Office Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:30 am - 4:30 pmOffice Expectations: One staff in daily for team coverage, meetings, and trainings when required
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.
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.
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 to May 2026 (with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent)
Responsible for the coordination of the Passport Program within York Region, which focuses on adults with a developmental disability seeking community participation supports and/or skills development and respite supports. Responsible for waitlist management, acting as a resource to eligible adults and their families around community options and administration of funding.
Position Requirements
- Bachelors degree in social work or related discipline (ie Psychology etc.)
- Minimum three years related experience
- Experience working with individuals who have developmental disabilities is essential
- Experience working with Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets including data sorting and data entry is essential
- Experience with managing budgets and financial accountability is essential
- Language skills and an understanding of cultural diversity are considered assets
- Familiarity with the local service system and its providers is required
- Second Language is an asset
- The successful applicant will be required to provide a police clearance that meets agency standards
- A valid G drivers license, appropriate insurance coverage for business purposes and regular use of a reliable vehicle
Posting Closes: Friday, March 7 at 4:00 pm ESTStarting Hourly Rate: $31.50 / Hour
Office Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:30 am - 4:30 pmOffice Expectations: One staff in daily for team coverage, meetings, and trainings when required
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.
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