Community Service Worker (Hamilton & Burlington Community) at Thrive Group Canada

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Sep, 26

Salary

26.0

Posted On

30 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Sound Judgement, Quality Improvement, Microsoft Office, Internet Research, CareDove, Clinical Connect, Case Management, Community Resource Navigation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We are currently hiring 1 Full-Time Community Service Worker to join our Hamilton & Burlington Community Services Team with AbleLiving Services! AbleLiving Services is a non-profit organization providing personal support services to adults with disabilities living within their own homes or one of our independent living facilities. Our clients direct and customize the services they receive and we support them to maximize their independence and enhance their quality of life. We provide services across the Golden Horseshoe in the Mississauga, Burlington, Stoney Creek and Hamilton communities. Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer: Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Health Benefits Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development and growth Tuition reimbursement opportunities Employee Assistance Program $500 signing bonus! Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized an awarded as: 2026 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team 2026 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada 2026 Best Workplaces for Women We’re thrilled to be acknowledged for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace! POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, this position is responsible for helping to create effective links between appropriate health and social resources to minimize emergency room visits and hospital admissions; addressing social isolation and anchoring at risk individuals in the community. This position will adopt a holistic approach in helping clients to engage pro-actively with the community, to address social determinants of health and wellness. This position works in partnership with other stakeholders including hospital staff, primary care and other community organizations with a multi-disciplinary approach to facilitate clients transitioning from one environment to another to support living well in the community. * This position requires access to a vehicle and a valid drivers license. * This position will require occasional coverage in both Hamilton and Burlington areas* EMPLOYMENT GUIDE: University Degree in Health or Social Sciences field, or College Diploma with three (3) years’ work experience in the Health and/or Social Sciences field. Professional designation is an asset. Experience working with seniors,and extensive knowledge of the local health care system and community resources. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to work as a team member and demonstrated ability to make sound judgement decision independently. Experience with quality improvement initiatives related to care delivery processes. Demonstrated initiative and experience working independently with minimal supervision. Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, internet research, and ability to learn and master other computer programs as needed (i.e CareDove, Clinical Connect). Internal application deadline: Friday July 6, 2026 no later them 4:00 pm. Expected hourly rate: $26.00 Job Type: Full-Time, permanent We are currently hiring to fill an existing/new position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted. At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca

Responsibilities

The role focuses on linking clients to health and social resources to reduce hospital admissions and address social isolation. It involves a holistic, multi-disciplinary approach to support clients transitioning between environments to live well in the community.