Agency Overview
Community Living Parry Sound has worked with people with a developmental disability and their families for 60 years. Our purpose is to support people with disabilities to build better lives in community, and we envision a community where all people have the power and freedom to determine the life they want.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE:
· Candidate must be a new entrant into the workforce, are transitioning to a new career, or the unemployed or underemployed who are entering a new field.
· Candidate must have not previously participated in an NOHFC funded internship in the 2020 Mandate.
· Candidate must be 18 years of age or older.
· Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada
PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE OF INTERNSHIP:
The Individualized Funding Operations intern would indirectly support people with developmental disabilities in ways that will enhance the quality of their lives through person directed planning, researching supports and providing practical resources. This innovative position would provide training to the intern that is unique, person directed and in alignment with where the developmental services sector is moving to. Individualized funding service skills are not readily available in the developmental services labor market and will offer the candidate an opportunity to benefit from the specialized skill set of experienced staff members.
SPECIFIC KEY DUTIES:
· Meet with individuals to understand their goals, interests, and support needs
· Facilitate person-directed planning aligned with individual preferences and budgets
· Process purchases that enhance quality of life
· Coordinate flexible, individualized supports with people and staff
· Manage and apply funding in line with Passport One guidelines
· Support creative marketing and event planning initiatives
· Build partnerships with community organizations to promote inclusion and participation
· Strengthen capacity in person-directed approaches across the team and community
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Candidates must possess a minimum of secondary education; post-secondary education in Human Services, Business Administration, or a related field will be considered an asset. Must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Applicants must have the ability to work both independently and as a part of a team. Excellent computer skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite. Access to a reliable vehicle for business use and Valid G Driver’s license.
This Opportunity is Proudly Supported by NOHFC.
Application Deadline:
All applications must be submitted no later than July 17th at 4:00 PM.
Candidates are encouraged to apply early to ensure consideration. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
For the Workforce Development Stream.
This opportunity is proudly supported by Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and is funded through the Workforce Development Program. Eligibility requirements of the program can be found here: https://nohfc.ca/en/pages/programs/people-talent-program/workforce-development-stream
Community Living Parry Sound is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities to ensure equal participation. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require regarding any materials or processes. We thank all applicants who apply; however only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information submitted will be used for the purposes of this competition only.
Pay: $23.57 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Parry Sound, ON P2A 2G5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Candidates must hold a valid G driver’s license, have access to a reliable vehicle with at least $1,000,000 liability insurance, and be willing to obtain OPCF 6A (Permission to Carry Paying Passengers) upon hire. Do you meet these requirements?
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
Work Location: In person
