Legal Advocate- Community Support Services - Full time
Legal Advocate- Community Support Services - Full time
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Job Description
HOURS Monday to Friday 9am5pm some evenings weekends or extended hours may be required.
Who We Are
At Good Shepherd we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and selfdetermination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd visit our website at
This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd Womens Services Community Support Services
How You Will Make an Impact
- Support cis women trans and nonbinary individuals who have experienced genderbased violence and are navigating the legal system.
- Support and assist individuals in accessing resources and understanding their rights.
- Advocate for a legal system that is responsive and accountable to those who have experienced genderbased/intimate partner violence.
- Provide respectful appropriate and culturally competent services to diverse and marginalized communities.
- Work effectively to address the systemic barriers faced by women trans nonbinary and genderfluid individuals within the legal system.
- Plan attend and support public education initiatives and community events.
- Collaborate with coworkers to plan and facilitate group activities internally.
- Responsible for participating in Good Shepherds Health and Safety programs procedures procedures and work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations to minimize risk to clients staff and others as well as to the property of the Good Shepherd
What Youll Bring to Our Team
- Completed postsecondary education in social justice criminology law and/or legal studies is required
- Thorough knowledge of issues such as genderbased violence intimate partner violence mental health substance use and harm reduction
- Thorough knowledge of the criminal justice system domestic violence legislation in the Criminal Code Immigration systems Family law and the Family court system
- A minimum of two years experience working with individuals who have experienced genderbased violence is required.
- CPR/1st Aid is required
- A valid Ontario Drivers License is required
- Excellent verbal and written communication interpersonal skills public speaking and advocacy skills are required.
- Ability to speak French and/or other languages considered an asset
- Committed to antiracist/antioppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
What We Offer
- Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
- Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Staff recognition programs along with access to selfcare supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM(EAP)
- POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
- Make a difference and provide HOPE
- Extended Benefits
Good Shepherd a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God is an equal opportunity employer operating within an antiracist and antioppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.
Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations please contact Human Resources at.
Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.
Employment Type
Full-Time
