Community Living Algoma
Temporary Case Manager
East and North Algoma, Ontario, Canada .
full-time . October 8, 2025
Description
Do you want to be part of a great team where you can utilize your skillset while helping people live fuller, meaningful lives within our community?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
The Organization
Community Living Algoma is dedicated to supporting people with developmental disabilities so they can live full lives and be inclusive members of their own communities. They serve that mission by offering a broad range of personalized supports and services, closely aligned with the individual goals of supported people including choice of where they want to live, learn, work and enjoy their leisure time.
CLA was founded in 1954 by parents of children with developmental disabilities who were concerned about the future teaching and inclusion of their children. We have continued that focus on supporting people to enjoy life in the community for over sixty years.
Operating residential homes, Community based homes, Supported Independent Living, Community participation supports, Employment, Urgent Response and Volunteer Services, the agency provides support to over 500 individuals and families each year.
As a Case Manager at CLA, you can expect to:
· To enhance quality of life for people we support by providing support to adults and children with intellectual disabilities and their families to navigate services and address barriers in a collaborative approach
· Support adults and children and their families to access necessary services as needed and requested
· Support people who receive services in host family to live their best lives
· Support host family providers to facilitate goals/outcomes for people, and ensure they are compliant with Ministry Standards as outlined in Quality Assurance Measures
· Assists with transition planning at various stages of a person’s life
· Identifies opportunities to improve services and supports to people we support
· Liaisons/initiates/arranges and attends meetings with various community partners for example, but not limited to: the judicial system, Public Guardian and Trustee, landlords, etc.
· Support people to develop self-advocacy skills and autonomy within the community
· Provide crisis management and act as a resource and linkage with other community organizations to develop a knowledge and understanding of relevant issues
· Act as liaison and be available for consultations with parents/guardians/advocates,
agency staff, specialists and other community and government agencies
· Ability to identify resources within the community and articulate to people and families what is available
· Completes QAM host family requirements such as, but not limited to: screening, home study, evaluations, monthly visits etc.
· Must be available to deal with emergency situations outside regular working hours
· Assist with completing various applications as needed and requested for people and families ie. DSO applications, housing applications, NELIN application etc.
· Work on interagency collaborations when appropriate for resource development and advocacy
· Interacts with people we support, families, all community stakeholders in a respectful and positive manner
· Demonstrates positive and professional relationships with employees, families, people supported, and community stakeholders
· Role models/leads by example on instilling a positive workplace culture
Qualifications:
This position requires in-person support across various locations from Elliot Lake to Hornepayne. It is not a hybrid role; the successful candidate is expected to be physically present at each location for designated periods of time.
· A University Degree in a Social Science (Psychology), Social Work or Education. (Candidates possessing an acceptable combination of education and direct experience may be considered
· Demonstrated belief in the Organization’s Mission, Vision and Values
· Must possess excellent communication skills-both verbal and written. The ability to speak French would be an asset
· Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
· The ability to relate effectively with persons supported parents, collateral service agencies and other community professionals
· Valid First Aid and CPR
· Experience in supporting adults who have an intellectual disability an asset
· Superior time management and organizational skills; able to deal with constantly changing priorities, peak work periods and various program priority demands required
· Valid Ontario Driver’s License, use of a personal vehicle, maintenance of an acceptable driving record
· Proficiency with Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook) required.
Rate of Pay & Hours of Work Available:
· $32.51/hour
· 35 hours per week
Applications from reliable, motivated, value-based applicants welcomed.
· Any offer made by the Agency will be conditional on proof of vaccination for COVID-19 (subject to Human Rights accommodation up to the point of undue hardship)
· A valid First Aid & CPR Level C certificate is required.
· French is not required, but would be considered an asset.
We are excited for you to be a part of the CLA team: All People Belong, Join the Journey!
Community Living Algoma welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Community Living Algoma is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation
$32.51 per hour