Elder Abuse Advocate – Part Time (2 days/week)
Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes (CCCKL) is currently seeking a Part Time Elder Abuse Advocate / Older Adult Advocate to join our dedicated team. Reporting to the Clinical Program Manager, this position plays a critical role in supporting older adults experiencing or at risk of abuse through assessment, advocacy, safety planning, system navigation, and community collaboration.
The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of elder abuse, trauma-informed practice, and community-based support services. They will work collaboratively with clients, families, healthcare providers, legal services, and community organizations to promote safety, autonomy, and wellbeing for vulnerable older adults throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Assess and respond to situations involving suspected or reported abuse of older adults
- Develop and implement safety plans and intervention strategies to mitigate risk
- Support clients in accessing legal, healthcare, social, and community services
- Collaborate with community agencies, multidisciplinary partners, and internal teams to ensure coordinated care and client safety
- Advocate for older adults while respecting autonomy, choice, and self-determination
- Participate in the Elder Abuse Network, outreach, education, and community awareness activities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and service providers
- Liaise and coordinate services across internal and external stakeholders to support client needs
- Promote diversity, inclusion, cultural safety, and respectful practice in all interactions
- Maintain accurate, timely, confidential documentation in compliance with legislation and organizational policies
- Manage referrals, client records, and data entry using electronic systems
- Ensure documentation supports continuity of care and potential legal requirements
- Maintain current knowledge of elder abuse, dementia, vulnerability factors, and best practices
- Participate in professional development and quality improvement initiatives
- Promote workplace health and safety standards and practices
- Perform other related duties as required
- Participate in professional development opportunities and quality improvement initiatives
- Promote and support a culture of workplace health and safety
- Perform other duties consistent with the position and organizational needs
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
- Post-secondary education in Social Service Work, Community Health, Gerontology, Human Services, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- 3–5 years of experience in elder abuse prevention, domestic violence, community health, social services, advocacy, or related field
- Experience in client assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, and system navigation
- Knowledge of community services and supports for older adults in the City of Kawartha Lakes
- Training in trauma-informed practice, patient/health navigation, or cultural safety considered an asset
- Strong understanding of elder abuse, dementia, and vulnerability factors in older adults
- Demonstrated skills in de-escalation, critical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict resolution
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Strong organizational, time management, and coordination skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to health equity, cultural safety, diversity, and inclusion
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, electronic documentation systems, email, and web-based platforms
- Demonstrated leadership and community engagement abilities
- Valid Ontario driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Current Heartsaver Level C CPR certification
- Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Screening required
COMPENSATION:
The wage range for this exciting opportunity is $26-89-$29.44 per hour.Selected candidates will be appropriately placed on the organizations wage grid based on skill, knowledge and experience.*
- Employer provided EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid sick days, pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalent
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
- Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes (CCCKL) has been providing health and community based services that support independence and enhances the quality of life for the people in our community since 1985.
- Committed to community-based home support services within the context of the local community, CCCKL is a customer centric, team environment who believes in celebrating milestones, our volunteers and colleagues.
- Our values; Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, guide our behaviours, decisions and interactions with others. They reflect our culture and differentiate us from others.
- We know that having varied perspectives from our clients, volunteers and staff, helps generate better ideas to solve the complex problems of a changing and increasingly diverse health care system.
- To find out more about Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes and to review other opportunities, please visit our website at www.ccckl.ca – careers.
APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:
To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter in confidence
by July 3, 2026.
Quoting File # 26-P-18 to:[email protected]
Or submit online using our website https://ccckl.ca/forms/job-application/
This position fills an existing vacancy and is not a newly created role, in accordance with posting and disclosure requirements.
WHY JOIN US
At Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes, you’ll be part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We value compassion, collaboration, and professional growth, offering opportunities to participate in meaningful community work, and make a positive impact every day. Join us to experience a supportive, welcoming work environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND ACCESISSIBILITY:
Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
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We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.
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