Relief Justice Worker

St. Leonard's; London; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Leonard's Community Services in Ontario is seeking Relief Justice Workers to support individuals involved in the criminal justice system. You will advocate, assess needs, build rapport, and liaise with probation, parole and community supports to aid client reintegration.

We provide on-site training, wellness supports, and pathways to advance within the agency. The role offers flexible scheduling (days, evenings, weekends, some overnights and holidays) with opportunities to transition into

Qualifications

• Post secondary education from an accredited institution or currently pursuing studies.
• Standard First Aid/CPR - Level C.
• Valid G class Driver’s License.
• Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Police Check with vulnerable sector screening required.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and with clients involved in the criminal justice system.
• Assess clients' skills and needs and liaise with probation and parole officers.
• Coordinate with community supports and internal teams to aid reintegration.
• Monitor safety and security of agency properties and assist with administrative duties.
• Participate in on-site training and wellness activities.

Skills

First Aid/CPR Level C

G-class Driver’s License

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

Post-secondary education in progress

Job description

St. Leonard's Community Services (SLCS) is here to support, advocate with, and empower individuals who are, or who are at risk of being, justice-involved. If you are working towards your diploma or degree or looking to start your career in the justice field, this role could be for you!

We are currently seeking ReliefJustice Workers who are available to work flexible schedules in our four adult community residential facilities (CRF's).

Our focus is on providing excellent client care by building rapport with our clients, making community connections and supporting our clients to reintegrate back into the community successfully. Your role would include advocating for and with our clients involved in the criminal justice system, assessing clients skills and needs as well as liaising with other services, including connections with probation and parole officers, community supports as well as internal teams and resources to assist with our client's reintegration. Included in the role is ensuring that we monitor the safety and security of our properties and assisting with administrative duties.

SLCS provides free on-site training sessions from qualified professionals, professional development funds, wellness and social committees as well as internal opportunities to move around the agency into part time or full time roles as part of this role!

This role has flexible scheduling requirements including days, evenings, weekends, some overnights and public holidays.

Required Qualifications:

• Post secondary education from an accredited institution or working towards completing your education
• Standard First Aid/CPR - Level C
• Valid G class Driver’s License
• Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is an asset.

This position requires a clear Police Check with vulnerable sector screening, at the applicant's cost, as per SLCS policy. This posting is for an existing vacancy within the agency and no AI is used in screening applicants.

We adhere to the French Language Services Act and are committed to equity, diversity, and an inclusive, barrier-free workplace under the AODA.

Accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.

If accommodation is needed during recruitment, please inform the HR department.

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.

Feel free to share your story in your cover letter.