Supervisor, Ontario Works Jobs

JOB POSTING #: 2023-0040

POSTING PERIOD: Friday, April 14, 2023 at 8:30 AM to Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 4:30 PM

DEPARTMENT: Employment & Social Services

UNION: Non-Union

JOB CODE: NU0229

POSITION STATUS/# OF POSITIONS:

1 Regular Full-Time (Position #00002826) & 1 Temporary Full-Time

GRADE/CLASS: NU12

RATE OF PAY: $89,077.36 to $108, 284.62 Annually

SHIFT WORK REQ'D: No

DUTIES:

• To provide Ontario Works assistance and services in accordance with all relevant legislation, local policies and procedures and provincial directives;
• Implement and monitor approved control procedures;
• Ensure that programs and services are administered according to established legislation, policy and procedures, directives;
• Participate in emergency preparation and response as required;
• Responsible for initial and ongoing eligibility for Ontario Works;
• Reporting to a Manager, this position will be responsible for the operation and delivery of Ontario Works inclusive of employment and financial assistance programs, as well as, the staff supervision of a team of caseworkers and clerical support.
• Maintain effective relationships with community agencies that are partners in service delivery; Recommend to Ontario Works Managers as to recruitment;
• Promotion, discipline of staff;
• Will perform other related duties as required.
• Attend at Social Benefits Tribunal as required;
• Lead and support transformational and innovation projects within the department.
• Responsible for the training and development of staff;
• Prepare reports as requested;
• Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program.
• Assist in development of unit budget;

NOTE:

• Supervisors should expect to be rotated to accommodate backup requirements and to encourage creativity and corporate development.
• Supervisors of Ontario Works may be assigned to specific locations (Windsor/Leamington) at the discretion of the Managers of the Employment & Social Services Department and consequently specific duties will vary depending on needs.
• Notwithstanding the foregoing requirements and stipulations, this particular assignment will require the successful candidate to provide full-time supervision at the Windsor Office location.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, its regulations and knowledge of the hazards associated with the work;
• Must have a Master of Social Sciences, Master of Public Administration, Master of Business Administration or Master of Social Work or Ontario Ministry of Education Equivalency and a minimum of one (1) year job experience involving strong communication, multi-tasking, public speaking and leadership skills combined with knowledge of the legislation, policy and procedures and provincial directives; OR
• Must have the ability to travel to off site locations in a timely and expedient manner as required. If method of travel is by vehicle, a current valid and lawful Driver’s License is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act;
• The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a sedentary level of work.
• Will be required to complete and remain current as per the requirements of the Corporation’s Management Certificate Program;
• Training in and familiarity with the provincial Social Assistance Management System (SAMS) is considered an asset;
• Must have a University degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration or Social Work or Ontario Ministry of Education Equivalency and a minimum of two (2) years job experience involving strong communication, multi-tasking, public speaking and leadership skills combined with knowledge of the legislation, policy and procedures and provincial directives;
• Progression through the Art of Supervision Program Certificate or a supervisory program of a similar nature is considered an asset;
• Must have proven technical, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills;

NOTE:

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
• We offer a smoke-free office environment
• The Corporation of the City of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

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