Extend-A-Family Kingston

Empowering people through innovation, inclusive connections, and personal growth.

Extend-A-Family Kingston Acknowledges that we are situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen·dat) territory and is the home for many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to have the opportunity to reside and work on this land.

Promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is a top priority for Extend-A-Family Kingston. Extend-A-Family Kingston is committed to providing equitable, inclusive and barrier-free employment opportunities and quality services by establishing a qualified and culturally sensitive workforce that reflects the diverse community it serves, as well as to fostering a working environment that respects people’s dignity, ideas and beliefs, thereby ensuring equity and diversity in recruitment, selection, promotion, learning and development processes meet the requirements of the OHRC, AODA and any other applicable legislation.

We are currently recruiting for the full time 18-month contract position:

Access Assessment Coordinator

Developmental Services Ontario South East Region

Salary: $72,800.00 Annually.

The position of the Access Assessment Coordinator is a member of the Assessment Team and reports directly to the Manager of Regional Assessors. This position will conduct application interviews with individuals who are applying for Adult Funded Developmental Services through the use of an “Application for Developmental Services and Supports” and “Supports Intensity Scale”. These tools are integral components to an individualized service and planning process in which services and supports are personalized based on a consistent approach to evaluate support requirements. Assessment Coordinators will help the individual/family identify initial goals, referral needs, and community supports.

Position Requirements:





- To serve as first point of contact for adults seeking developmental services and supports.
- To provide identified individuals and their caregivers with information about the application/SIS process in preparation for interviews.
- To attend training/ in administering adult application tools and Supports Intensity Scales and be certified to administer the ADSS and SIS (provincial requirement) including necessary coaching, and inter-reliability testing.
- To provide information on community resources and programs.
- To complete Intake application packages, and SIS for identified individuals in timely manner.
- To enter application and SIS data in the provincial Developmental Service Common Information System (DSCIS).
- To complete Assessor Summary Reports and other follow-up documentation, as required.
- To facilitate referrals to developmental services and supports, and to community programs and resources.
- To maintain all necessary documentation and records in agency files, and DSCIS.
- To work in collaboration with other agency disciplines and services, and with community partners, in furthering the functions of the DSO.
- Possess strong interviewing skills; teaching/training experience; excellent verbal/written communication skills; strong consulting skills; ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Successful certification in use of the Application for Developmental Services and Supports AND the administration of the Supports Intensity Scale is a prerequisite for regular, full-time status.





Access Assessment Coordinator job description outlines general roles and responsibilities. Duties may evolve and change over time, and tasks may be assigned when necessary to meet the organization's needs and goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Must possess: Three-year Bachelor of Arts in Social Science Degree (psychology, sociology or social work) or equivalent education and experience.
- Minimum 5 Years of recent experience working directly in the field of developmental services.
- Valid Ontario Drivers licence
- Under the legislative requirements of the French Language Services Act, French language competency is an asset.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes and a written summary of their interest in this position, highlighting specific areas of strength and experience relative to the work.

Hours of Work: Minimum of 75 (seventy-five) hours, averaged over a two-week period

Please submit your resume (with a cover letter) to:

Mindy Kish, Executive Administrative Support, by November 4, 2026

Extend-A-Family Kingston [email protected] Competition: AAC2026

Extend-A-Family Kingston is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders, including our clients, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005) and its associated standards and regulations. Please call our office at (613) 544-8939 ext.1108 if you require accommodation.

Pay: From $72,800.00 per year

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

- Developmental Services : 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 100% (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kingston, ON K7K 3H4

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