At Your Support Services Network (YSSN), we believe in making a difference. As a non-profit charitable organization, we support individuals with mental health challenges, developmental disabilities, and complex needs—helping each person build meaningful connections and live their best lives.Through compassionate, person-centered services, we empower individuals to achieve their goals and participate fully in their communities.
YSSN offers more than just competitive compensation—we provide a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment where employees can thrive. From hybrid work options and professional development to wellness programs and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, we invest in our team’s growth and well-being.
Our Vision: A Meaningful Life for All – Relationships, Community, Well-Being Our Mission: Communicate. Connect. Collaborate.
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Job Prospect Developmental Services Ontario - Assessor Navigator
One Full-Time Permanent Position
Status: Full time, Permanent
Starting Hourly Rate: $34.95/ Hour
Office Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm,35 Hours per week
Location: Durham, ON
Head Office: Aurora, OntarioL4G3S9
Office Expectations: This position requires: A minimum of one in-office day per month to provide team coverage
Attendance at additional in-office , training sessions , supervision meetings ,and all-staff events as required




Applicants must reside within a reasonable daily commuting distance of the office and/or assigned service area and be able to attend the office as required for operational needs

Posting Closes: Thursday, October 29at 4:00 pm EST
Job Description Developmental Services Ontario Central East Region (DSO CER) is one of 9 regional access points for people applying for adult developmental services.
Working within a team, the Assessor Navigator is responsible for the provision of a variety of system functions withinDurham and HKPR 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)
Experience; Minimum of 5 years related experience in a community social service setting
Sound knowledge of the population and pertinent legislation
Broad experience with individual, family, and systems advocacy
Counselling, crisis prevention and intervention experience
Judgement with respect to complex service user situations
The ability to demonstrate sound clinical judgement
Direct experience in consensus building and priority-setting processes

Excellent oral and written communication skills




Ability to use a variety of software tools, including Microsoft Word. Excel, Power Point, Data Base, Internet and E-mail
Ability to engage and liaise effectively with service users and their families, colleagues, supervisors, other service providers, educational systems, and the general public
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of Agency information
Ability to model and promote agency expectations of teamwork and networking within the agency and the community-at-large
Demonstrated abilities in core competencies including team work, initiative/self-management, accountability and flexibility/adaptability
Strong analytical, problem solving, conceptual, and facilitation skills
Ability to lead groups with diverse membership to consensus decisions
Second language is considered an asset
An understanding of cultural diversity is considered an asset
Regular travelacross HKPR and Durham Region 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 adequate insurance coverage for business responsibilities, OR access to reliable transportation
YSSN is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and is committed to an accessible, respectful hiring process.
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.

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📌 Assessor Navigator (Ontario)
🏢 Your Support Services Network
📍 Ontario