At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead community services, oversee programs, and empower individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Company: Community Living Greater Sudbury, dedicated to inclusion and growth.
- Benefits: Inclusive workplace, professional development, and opportunities for meaningful impact.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equity and accessibility.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and experience in community services required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Community Living Greater Sudbury (CLGS) is seeking a collaborative, proactive and results-oriented leader to oversee our Passport Program and Community Participation Supports. This is an opportunity to strengthen person-directed services, support talented employees and create meaningful opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.
Our Purpose
Our mission is to walk alongside individuals, providing support that fosters inclusion, growth and helps them to live their best lives. Our vision is Empowering People – Inspiring Possibilities!
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the Associate Director provides hands-on operational leadership for daily service delivery, staffing, program improvement and community relationships. The successful candidate balances strong operational judgment with inclusive, values-based leadership and practical follow-through.
What You Will Lead
- Operational Leadership & Person-Directed Services: Oversee Passport and Community Participation Supports, coordinating staffing, schedules and resources to deliver responsive, high-quality services. Set priorities, resolve operational challenges and advance choice, independence, accessibility and meaningful community inclusion.
- Program Quality & Improvement: Develop innovative community-based services, address gaps and monitor outcomes, service feedback and improvement opportunities. Maintain compliance with MCCSS requirements, Quality Assurance Measures, Passport guidelines and CLGS policies, coordinate follow-up on incidents and concerns.
- People Leadership & Team Development: Coach, mentor and supervise employees with clear expectations, constructive feedback and accountability. Partner with Human Resources on recruitment, onboarding, performance and development; build a positive and inclusive team culture.
- Planning, Partnerships & Resources: Build strong relationships with people supported, families, community partners and internal teams. Contribute to operational plans, budgets, service statistics, reports and projects; provide designated leadership coverage when required.
What You Bring
- University degree in developmental services, social services, health or human services, management or a related field; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated operational management, employee supervision, program coordination and service development experience, preferably in developmental or community services.
- Knowledge of person-directed planning, Passport programming, Community Participation Supports, community inclusion and applicable Ministry standards.
- Experience with budgets, compliance, quality improvement, projects and organizational change.
- Strong coaching, communication, planning, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with an ability to manage competing priorities.
- Commitment to ethical leadership, accountability, accessibility and respectful collaboration with people supported, families, staff and partners.
- Bilingual in French/English is required.
Why Join CLGS?
- INSPIRE: Motivate dedicated teams and encourage inclusion, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- EMPOWER: Support people to exercise choice, develop independence and participate meaningfully in their communities.
- ACHIEVE: Strengthen service quality, program effectiveness and positive outcomes for people and the organization.
Equity, Diversity & Accessibility
CLGS is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We welcome qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. Accommodations are available throughout recruitment and selection in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Deadline - October 23, 2026
Associate Director – Community Services in Greater Sudbury employer: Community-Living-7
Community Living Hamilton is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have opportunities to enhance your skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of clients. Located in Hamilton, the organization promotes a collaborative culture where team members are valued for their contributions and encouraged to advocate for community inclusion.
