Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. Our client prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members:

• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• Additional paid stat and civic holidays
• 35-hour work week
• Comprehensive benefits program including health, paramedical, dental, vision, and EAP. All premiums are covered by the employer.
• Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
• Participate in CAAT defined benefit pension plan and retire with secure lifetime retirement income
• Paid sick days
• Paid cultural/personal wellness days
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development
• Possible reimbursement on a portion of cell phone and internet expenses

SCOPE:

The Gladue Aftercare Worker will provide direct services and make necessary referrals to programs and services within our clients and external service providers (Indigenous or Non-Indigenous) to ensure our Community Members receive services in a timely fashion.  The Gladue Aftercare Worker will work in partnership with the Gladue Writer, courts and/or probation and parole services in providing necessary Community Member input and updates as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College diploma, University degree or equivalent in Social Services and/or a minimum of five (5) years work in a social or justice services environment.
• Knowledge of the judicial system, Criminal Code, and other related federal and provincial statutes and related court decisions regarding Indigenous women.
• Working knowledge of Indigenous cultures, communities and diversity of nations.
• Experience in program delivery and administration.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented setting.
• Effective crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to engage people to build trust and rapport; effective verbal and listing communication skills; excellent interviewing and counselling skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent case and file management skills; stress management and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends.
• Must be dependable, able to follow instructions, respond to management direction and be able to improve performance through management feedback.
• Capacity to solve problems and to see different perspectives.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage time effectively.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and an ability to follow through on assigned duties independently with strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of Not-For Profit Organizations
• Proficient working knowledge of MS Office Software, internet, and general office equipment.
• Ability to travel.
• Reliable vehicle, appropriate vehicle insurance coverage and valid Ontario “G” class driver’s license.
• Current, valid vulnerable sector criminal records check. Valid 1st Aid/CPR.
• A cellular phone and internet access is required within this position
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible working from home arrangement if required. This may include a combination of virtual remote work in your home and in office arrangements.  This will be based on operational needs and will be determined by the ONWA.
• Ability to speak an Indigenous Language is considered an asset.
• Our client is committed to implementing measures to protect its community members, staff, and other stakeholders from COVID-19. As a result, our client has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy. Exemptions will be made for those with a valid medical exemption; proof of the exemption will be required.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.