Integrated Case Manager

**Integrated Case Manager**:
At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

You make a positive difference in people’s lives because you provide high quality customer centered services. You operate within a highly ethical environment and will be accountable for going the extra mile, listening to your customers, creatively meeting needs and always being respectful to those you serve. As a result, you will be part of a qualified and strategic team recognized widely for caring, excellence, integrity, inclusiveness and flexibility.

**As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program.**

**CUPE Local 3732 applicants will receive first consideration for this position.**

**Posting ID**: 3562
**Department**: Social & Community Services
**Division**: Employment & Social Services
**Pay Range**: $38.59 - $45.10

**Job Type**: Permanent
**Hours of Work**: 35 hours per week
**Work Location**:Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville
**Employee Group**: CUPE 3732
**Posting Date**:October 11, 2024
**Application Deadline**: October 17, 2024

**Job Summary**:
This position is responsible for assessing initial and ongoing eligibility for temporary financial assistance and provides ongoing case management to Ontario Works clients.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Assess applicants to determine initial financial eligibility for Ontario Works and/or Low Income Benefits.
- Reassess on an ongoing basis financial, residency requirements and employment related circumstances in order to determine the continuation of ongoing benefits in accordance with the Ontario Works Act and Halton Region Local Policies for Ontario Works participants and Adult Day Programs.
- Case manages and provides supportive options on an ongoing basis with a vulnerable population while maintaining and updating client information and circumstances which can include crisis intervention.
- Case conference with Ontario Works clients, various community agencies and internal/external partners in order to provide a wide range of services and education, including service coordination.
- Completes initial assessment of participant’s skills and abilities for employment. Develops Participation Agreements on an ongoing basis that will best assist the participant to obtain and maintain employment.
- Refers and monitors participant’s attendance and participation in employment related activities such as Learning Earning and Parenting Program (LEAP), Academic Upgrading, English as a Second Language and Job Search.
- Facilitates workshops for staff and clients.
- Supports and monitors participants with medical restrictions including referrals to the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP).
- Attends and participates in service coordination meetings, staff meetings, training, development, and hospital/home visits as required.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.

**Skills & Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioural or Social Sciences, or a Social Services Worker Diploma. A combination of relevant experience and equivalent education will also be considered.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the human/social services field
- Working knowledge of Ontario Works Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Employment Standards and Family Law Act, Tenant Protections Act and other relevant legislation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of Social Assistance Management System (SAMS) would be considered an asset.

**Working/ Employment Conditions**:
**Working Conditions**
- Travel will be required; incumbent must provide their own transportation.

**Employment Conditions**
- The incumbent will be required to provide a copy of their driver’s license by their first day of employment.
- Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen, by the first day of employment.
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specifie