Role overview

JOB POSTING – INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Position: Adult Protective Service Worker
Type: Full-time Permanent Position – 35hrs per week (Evening work may be required)
Team: Community Integration and Advocacy

About Us

The Community Counselling Centre of Nipissing is a fully accredited, non-profit organization offering professional counselling and community programs to individuals, couples, and families. Our work is grounded in anti-oppression, equity, inclusiveness, and self-determination. We acknowledge systemic oppression and are committed to mitigating its effects and equalizing power imbalances in our community.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Clinical Programs Manager, the Adult Protective Service Worker will:

Provide advocacy, case management, and support services to adults with developmental disabilities living in the community.
Be available to work one evening per week as needed.

Qualifications

Education: BA/BSW in Social Sciences or relevant college diploma
Advocacy Skills: Ability to support individuals at various cognitive stages
Language: Bilingual (French & English) preferred; unilingual candidates welcome
Experience: Supporting persons and/or families challenged by developmental disabilities
Knowledge:

Developmental services sector & person-directed planning
Principles of anti-oppression, inclusion, and advocacy in justice, education, housing, and health

Legislation Familiarity: APSW Guidelines, Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, Education Act, Landlord and Tenant Act, Mental Health Act, Consent and Capacity Act
Technical Skills: Computer literacy, documentation, organizational skills
Collaboration: Ability to work with teams and external service providers
Other: Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a vehicle, satisfactory drivers abstract, and the ability to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment.

What We Offer

Competitive salary in accordance with the CUPE Local 4720-05 Collective Agreement
Employer-paid health and dental benefits (for eligible employees)
Defined benefit pension plan through the Multi-Sector Pension Plan (MSPP)
Generous paid sick leave and recognized holidays
Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel
Professional development and training opportunities
Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment
Meaningful work that positively impacts individuals, families, and the community
Opportunities to develop advocacy, case management, and community partnership skills
Commitment to employee wellness, inclusion, and workplace safety

Valuable experience working within the developmental services sector
Opportunity to build strong community connections and interdisciplinary partnerships
Meaningful advocacy work supporting the rights, inclusion, and self-determination of adults with developmental disabilities

Salary

As per the collective agreement (BA/BSW or diploma salary grid).

Application Deadline

Internal candidates: August 28, 2026

External candidates: September 4, 2026