PT Justice Worker - MLA

St. Leonard's Community Services; London; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Leonard's Community Services in London, Ontario is seeking a Part Time Justice Worker to join an interdisciplinary team at MLA Centre. You will provide assessment, crisis intervention, discharge planning and supportive services as needed.

You will assess clients’ skills and needs, particularly regarding mental health and addiction, and advocate for clients involved in the criminal justice system. You will liaise with Probation/Parole, clinical support and courts to coordinate care and ensure

Qualifications

• University degree or 2-3 year college diploma from an accredited institution.
• Intermediate (Formerly Standard) First Aid & CPR with AED - Level C.
• Valid G class Driver’s License.
• Candidates who are proficient in both official languages of Canada will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients’ mental health and addiction needs and provide crisis intervention.
• Coordinate care with Probation/Parole, clinical supports and courts.
• Maintain safety and security of clients and staff during shifts.
• De-escalate crises using trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.
• Collaborate with team to complete administrative tasks.
• Engage with diverse populations and contribute to program development.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

De-escalation

Advocacy

Case management

Education

University degree or 2-3 year college diploma

Job description

SLCS is currently seeking a Part Time Justice Worker at MLA Centre. As a member of this interdisciplinary team, you will provide assessment, crisis intervention, discharge planning and support services as needed.

You will be expected to assess clients’ skills and needs, particularly in regard to their mental health and addiction related issues, in addition to advocacy for and with clients involved in the criminal justice system. This role will also focus on establishing and building client relationships in the case management process.

You will liaise with other services i.e. Probation/Parole officers, clinical support, courts to coordinate care for clients, etc.

In addition to these elements of the position, you will be responsible for the safety and security of the clients and other staff during your shift.

You have the ability to work within grey areas while providing supports from a trauma-informed and strengths-based lens. You are able, and comfortable, to de‑escalate in crisis situations, and have some experience with the unpredictable nature of working with individuals with mental health and addictions.

You will also be able to work collaboratively with other team members to complete administrative functions.

You will be skilled at working with clients from diverse populations; contributing to program development. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all the applicable and regulatory requirements.

This position is primarily located at MLA Centre (658 Little Grey Street, London, ON). This position would be working between 3 - 10 hour shifts, based on a 4 week rotation that includes days, evenings, weekends and public holidays, with guaranteed hours numbering between 17 - 20.5 per week.

Required Qualifications

• University Degree or 2-3 year College Diploma from an accredited institution
• Intermediate (Formerly Standard) First Aid & CPR with AED - Level C
• Valid G class Driver’s License
• Candidates who are proficient in both official languages of Canada will be considered an asset

This position requires a clear Police Check with vulnerable sector screening, at the applicant’s cost, as per SLCS policy. We adhere to the French Language Services Act and are committed to equity, diversity, and an inclusive, barrier‑free workplace under the AODA. If accommodation is needed during recruitment, please inform the HR department.

This is for an existing vacancy within the agency and no AI is used in screening applicants.

SLCS values a diverse workforce to achieve our mission. We encourage applications from racialized communities, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, diverse faith communities, and those with varied lived experiences.

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