Service Navigation Coordinator (Dufferin-Peel, Part-Time, 3 Days/Week)

Spinal Cord Injury Ontario

520 Sutherland Drive

Toronto, ON M4G 3V9

info@sciontario.org

416-422-5644

www.sciontario.org

Peer to Peer. Strength to strength.

Service Navigation Coordinator (Dufferin-Peel)

(Part-time, 3 Days/Week)

The Organization

Spinal Cord Injury Ontario is an expert in the field of spinal cord injury (SCI) community

services. Founded in 1945, SCI Ontario’s mission is to “provide peer experiences, education,

advocacy, and ongoing services for those impacted by spinal cord injuries.”. Our Vision:

Individuals impacted by spinal cord injuries thriving.

Job Summary

As part of a dynamic provincial organization, the Service Navigation Coordinator provides

coordination of services, active support, resources, and education. The position focuses on

client centred goals and solutions to navigate system barriers that prevent persons with

spinal cord injuries living the life they choose.

This Service Navigation Coordinator position requires an innovative and resourceful

individual to assist with serving clients in the Dufferin-Peel area. This part-time position is

based out of a home office, working 3 days/week (.6FTE)

Reporting to the Manager, Service Navigation & Intake, you will:

• Work with individuals with a spinal cord injury and their families in acute care,

rehabilitation and in the community

• Act as a resource, navigator, advisor and facilitator, supporting and advocating for

clients, their family and the community

• Work with clients on goal setting and attainment in the areas of equipment, housing,

transportation, health and wellness, recreation, personal support services, and

funding.

• Provide information and education on a wide variety of topics related to spinal cord

injury

Qualifications:

• University Degree in rehabilitation services, social work, social sciences or equivalent

education and experience

• Minimum three years’ experience in a rehabilitation setting within community

services as well as other social and health related disciplines or similar related

experience

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• Holistic/generalist knowledge of mobility disabilities and their functional and

emotional implications

• Proven assessment skills, conflict resolution and mediation experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Solid planning and time management skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of community service and support networks

• Experience with case management databases; knowledge of interRAI Community

Health Assessment, an asset

• Demonstrated computer proficiency working in an MS Office environment

• Ability to travel within the region, with occasional provincial travel.

• English essential; Ability to communicate in French considered an asset

Given the essence of Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, lived spinal cord injury experience will always

be considered an important criterion among the criteria that are part of any given search.

Spinal Cord Injury Ontario is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to achieving

accessibility in employment for persons with disabilities, while ensuring inclusive, barrier-free

selection processes and work environments.

SCIO is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment processes. We strive

to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, and everyone feels empowered

to bring their full, authentic selves to work with a sense of belonging. We actively encourage

applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity,

including, but not limited to: Indigenous peoples, members of groups that commonly

experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or

place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;

persons who identify as women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender

identities, and gender expressions.

Reasonable and appropriate accommodation will be provided during the recruitment process

upon request and addressed confidentially. We thank all applicants; however, only those

under consideration will be contacted. Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status is required

as a pre-condition of employment. Upon request, this position will require a Police Record

Check and credentials verification.

Your positive relationship-building skills, coupled with a solid record of dependability,

commitment and passion to make a difference, make you the ideal candidate for this position.

If you would like to make a meaningful contribution to your community, please forward your

resume and cover letter outlining your interest as related to the job posting, as

Spinal Cord Injury Ontario

520 Sutherland Drive

Toronto, ON M4G 3V9

info@sciontario.org

416-422-5644

www.sciontario.org

Peer to Peer. Strength to strength.

well as salary expectations, in confidence by September 29, 2025 to:

Human Resources, SCI Ontario, 520 Sutherland Drive, Toronto, ON M4G 3V9, Fax: 416-645-

3265, E-mail: hr@sciontario.org

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