Family Violence Court Liaison (69951)
Family Violence Court Liaison (69951)
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Job Title:Family Violence Court Liaison
Job Requisition ID:69951
Ministry:Justice
Location:Edmonton and Calgary
Full or PartTime:Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary:Five (5) temporary positions each with a duration of three (3) years
Scope:Open Competition
Closing Date:May 13 2025
Classification:Human Services Worker 5
Salary: $2628.47 to $3397.79 biweekly ($68603 $88682 per year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion please visit: Court and Justice Services (CJS) Division provides a wide range of resolution and court services for people involved in legal disputes. In collaboration with the courts of Alberta Court and Justice Services provides various programs and services including educating and helping Albertans finding solutions for legal issues navigating the court system offering programs at no cost or a nominal charge and administrative support to all courts in Alberta. To learn more about Court and Justice Services please follow the link at Responsibilities
Are you a dedicated individual with extensive knowledge of family violence issues Do you excel in communication and thrive on navigating complex legal and social service systems If so we have an exciting opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact on families across Alberta!
As a Family Violence Court Liaison you will work collaboratively with the Family Court and service delivery staff acting as the key liaison between matters occurring in family child protection and criminal courts. You will ensure the consistent delivery of highquality services to individuals dealing with family violence and multiple legal matters across Alberta.
Your role involves but is not limited to:
- Intake and Assessment conducting assessments for program suitability providing referrals to appropriate resources and informing clients about the communication processes.
- Case Management managing complex cases completing required information sharing agreements and consents responding to judiciary requests directions and actions as well as attending court hearings as required.
- Consultation and Collaboration developing and maintaining strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders such as lawyers legal aid community legal centers womens shelters Indigenous counseling services family violence supports community agencies and police services to facilitate information sharing and enhance client services.
- Documentation and Reporting maintaining accurate and uptodate case records and documentation related to client services court activities and outcomes.
- Case FollowUp and Monitoring following up with clients after court hearings to provide additional support and resources as required as well as monitoring ongoing cases to identify any emerging issues and respond proactively to ensure client needs are met.
To be successful in this role you will bring:
- Exceptional ability to establish strong working relationships and collaborate with individuals across various court and agency settings.
- Strong ability to facilitate decisionmaking processes and foster consensus among stakeholders to identify issues and develop solutions.
- Excellent work ethic with the ability to handle all client interactions and sensitive information in accordance with confidentiality guidelines.
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies: successful candidates will possess the following competencies:
- Agility You regularly adapt to changing priorities adjusts projects and deliverables to take advantage of opportunities.
- Build Collaborative Environments You collaborate across functional areas and proactively address conflict by facilitating communication and collaboration.
- Drive for Results You seek out opportunities to engage both internal and external knowledge in setting and accomplishing goals and priorities to support outcomes for Albertans that are consistent with Government and department objectives as well as public expectations for access to Justice.
- Creative Problem Solving You support the development of innovative communication methods between court systems and ensure effective and timely delivery of program to achieve anticipated outcomes and benefits.
Qualifications
Required: A Bachelor of Social Work Degree with some related experience in family violence issues/dynamics child protection and safety planning.
The following equivalencies will be considered:
- Master of Social Work (no experience required) OR
- Related University Degree (e.g. Law Social Sciences etc.) and 2 years related experience OR
- Related Diploma and 3 years related experience OR
- Related Certificate and 4 years related experience.
All applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter (approximately 300 400 words). In your letter please describe why you believe you are suitable for this position and express your passion for the role.
As per the Health Professions Act successful applicants must be registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) if:
a) They have a degree in social work from any university in North America that is accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education (CASWE) or the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) OR
b) They have graduated from an approved social work diploma program in Alberta OR
c) They have within the last five years been a registered certified or licensed social worker in another province or with a member of the Association of Social Work Boards.
Please be prepared to provide your registration details if/when they are requested. For more information please visit: will be given to candidates with:
- Working knowledge and/or experience in family violence (e.g. traumainformed training working in womens shelters etc.).
- Working knowledge of Albertas court procedures and processes.
- Working knowledge of child development attachment theory and temperament relating to separation and divorce.
- Working knowledge of legislation related to family violence (e.g. Youth Criminal Justice Act Family Law Act Divorce Act etc.).
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to
Position Information:
- This posting will be used to fill five (5) temporary fulltime positions each with a duration of three (3) years.
- Work Location: Edmonton orCalgary depending on the successful candidateslocation.
- Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 8:15AM4:30PM 36.25 hours a week.
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Outofprovince applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees:
- Working for the Alberta Public Service Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information learning and development Alberta Public Service Careers tool
- Positive workplace culture and worklife balance.
- Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
- Leadership and mentorship programs.
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
Instructions for your Resume:
For Employment Experience:
- Please indicate duration of employment (month year)
- Please specify employment status (i.e. casual parttime or fulltime)
- Ex: Youth Worker Jan 2006 June 2009 Parttime (three 8hour shifts/week)
For any PostSecondary Education:
- Please specify your major and length of program
- Please specify the year you graduated.
- Ex: Bachelor of Social Work 4year Degree (Graduated 2017)
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed postsecondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contactKrista Lammieat.
Employment Type
Full-Time
