Social Services jobs in Perth, ON

**Only Applications submitted on our website (www.lanarkcounty.ca/careers) will be reviewed**

MANDATE:

Provide and facilitate short and long-term case management support by conducting interviews, completing applications and determining eligibility for assistance. Assess need and develop, review and implement plans by working with community resources to support clients in meeting and achieving their goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Two-year post-secondary diploma in social services or a related field, as well as 1 - 2 years related progressive experience in social services case management. Must possess valid Ontario driver’s license and have access to a vehicle. Travel may be required within Lanark County. Strong written and verbal skills are critical to working within a team environment and the public. Computer proficiency in MS Office suite of applications. Ability to deal with clients in crisis situations and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

This is an existing position evaluated at Level 8 ($34.14 – $40.76 per hour) of the 35-hours weekly 2026 O.P.S.E.U. Salary Grid. Starting as soon as possible until approximately July 2, 2027.

What we offer: Competitive compensation, Ontario Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (OMERS) pension plan, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), training and development opportunities.

The Lanark County employee slogan is “Working Together to Achieve Greatness.” If you embrace this ideal and you meet the position qualifications outlined above, please submit your application by selecting “apply link” on our website. We look forward to receiving your application no later than Thursday, November 12, 2026.

When submitting your application, please ensure your cover letter, résumé and any other related documents are submitted as preferably PDF (.pdf) or Word (.doc) format. The file name should include your name and the job posting number (example: Jane/John Doe SS2026-021).

Lanark County is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the County's goods, services and facilities. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please let us know if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process.

AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process.

We would like to thank all who apply, but only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged.

Note: Personal information collected from applications is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine qualifications for employment. Questions about the collection of Information should be directed to the Human Resources Department at the address indicated above.

Pay: $34.14-$40.76 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person