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 versatile 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.Join one of Canada's top non-profit employers of choice and be part of a team that values meaningful work, collaboration, and positive change.Job OpportunityDevelopmental Services Ontario - Assessor NavigatorOne Full-Time Permanent PositionStatus: Full-Time, PermanentStarting Hourly Rate: $34.95/ HourOffice Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm,35 Hours per weekLocation: Durham, ONHead Office: Aurora, OntarioL4G3S9Office Expectations: This position requires:A minimum of one in-office day per month to provide team coverageAttendance at additional in-office,



training sessions,supervision meetings,andall-staff events as requiredApplicants 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 needsPosting Closes: Thursday, October 29at 4:00 pm ESTJob DescriptionDevelopmental 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 RequirementsBachelor of Social Work or equivalent (SSW, DSW, CYW or University Degree)Experience; Minimum of 5 years related experience in a community social service settingSound knowledge of the population and pertinent legislationBroad experience with individual, family, and systems advocacyCounselling,



crisis prevention and intervention experienceJudgement with respect to complex service user situationsThe ability to demonstrate sound clinical judgementDirect experience in consensus building and priority-setting processesExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to use a variety of software tools, including Microsoft Word. Excel, Power Point, Data Base, Internet and E-mailAbility to engage and liaise effectively with service users and their families, colleagues, supervisors, other service providers, educational systems, and the general publicAbility to maintain strict confidentiality of Agency informationAbility to model and promote agency expectations of teamwork and networking within the agency and the community-at-largeDemonstrated abilities in core competencies including team work, initiative/self-management, accountability and flexibility/adaptabilityStrong analytical, problem solving, conceptual, and facilitation skillsAbility to lead groups with diverse membership to consensus decisionsSecond language is considered an assetAn understanding of cultural diversity is considered an assetRegular travelacross HKPR and Durham Region is requiredThe successful applicant will be required to provide a police clearance that meets agency standardsA valid G Drivers License, access to a reliable vehicle and adequate insurance coverage for business responsibilities, OR access to reliable transportationYSSN 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.

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