Supervisor of Human Services

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Flexible Work Arrangements, including hybrid work
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan effective immediately
• OMERS defined benefit pension plan effective immediately
• Competitive Vacation and Sick Leave policies
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for overseeing the delivery of two Programs for the Oxford County Human Services department including Ontario Works and Community Housing in an integrated work environment. Develops and implements community-based partnerships across sectors for the effective and efficient delivery of these programs.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in Social Work or related discipline.  

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Demonstrated experience planning, organizing, and implementing Ministry-funded programs.

• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, statutes and regulations related to Ontario Works Act, Housing Services Act, in addition to general knowledge of legislation for other Human Services program areas.

• Ability to demonstrate the required competencies for this position in alignment with Oxford County’s competency framework.

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on interpreting legislation, policies/procedures and developing/implementing effective responses/solutions.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation skills with demonstrated proficiency in handling politically sensitive matters, diverse clientele, and internal and external stakeholders.  

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver programs, services and outcomes.  

• Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork, lead and empower teams and guide effective project development, delivery, and evaluation.

• Proven organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal quickly and effectively with sensitive and confidential information.

• Exceptional relationship building skills and outcome-based approach problem solving skills.  

MORE INFORMATION:

• For detailed information regarding this position download the Job Profile.

Posting Date: Tuesday, August 5th, 2025

Closing Date: Tuesday, August 19th, 2025, at 4:00 PM

TO APPLY:

Interested persons may submit their cover letter & resumes for posted positions in a Word or PDF format by email to hr@oxfordcounty.ca. Please note that we only accept electronic resumes in response to a posted competition. Please include the position title and competition number in the subject line of your email.Please note: we do not keep resumes on file.

Oxford County is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the Corporation. Oxford County promotes representational and employment equity to represent and serve our communities well. Oxford County is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups.

Oxford County is committed to fostering an accessible and equitable recruitment process for all applicants. The County will attempt to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure the applicant’s full participation if requested.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, resumes are only accepted in response to advertised vacancies and will be used for the purposes of determining eligibility for employment only. We appreciate all resumes, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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