Gladue Aftercare Worker

Ontario Native Women's Association

Job Location:

Ottawa - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 56400 - 62903

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Why make ONWA your career choice

Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive 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
Remote/hybrid work offered for various positions

VISION:

At the Ontario Native Womens Association (ONWA) we celebrate and honor the safety and healing of Indigenous Women and Girls as they take up their leadership roles in the family community provincially nationally and internationally for generations to come.

SCOPE:

TheGladue Aftercare Workeris responsible for providing case and file management by assisting Indigenous community members to follow through with recommendations of their Gladue Report upon sentencing.

The Gladue Aftercare Worker will provide direct services and make necessary referrals to programs and services within ONWA 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 drivers 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.

Please know this is an existing role we are looking to fill.

The full salary range for this role is $56400 - $69405. ONWA conducts annual performance reviews and employees may be eligible for salary adjustments based on performance outcomes and available funding.

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

If you would like to learn more about the job please send us an email at

Required Experience:

Manager

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