Community Support Coordinator - Full Time - Human Services

Community Support Coordinator - Full Time - Human Services

Who We Are

Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies.

Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small‑town charm and big opportunities. Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well‑being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper‑tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities.

Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long‑term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values : excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.

As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Housing Services Program Supervisor, the Community Support Coordinator provides support to assist households to obtain and maintain sustainable, suitable, permanent housing. This includes providing services to prevent tenant evictions and assisting in improving the quality of life for at‑risk tenants; developing and maintaining a cooperative and partnership‑based working relationship with local community service providers; tracking and analyzing various performance indicators in reporting on the successes of the Homelessness Prevention Program (HPP); and recommending changes to the program in order to improve the outcomes for those served.

This position will be based on the location of the successful incumbent; Port Elgin, Walkerton, Kincardine, Wiarton.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• Post‑secondary university degree in Social Work, Community Development, or a related area
• Two years of prior experience in social or community advocacy or assistance role working with vulnerable people

Skills & Abilities

Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion

What We Offer

Apply by : January 27, 2026

Join Us!

Your Career, Our Community : Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcoming environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca.

The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency‑based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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