Legal Advocate- Community Support Services Temporary Full time

HOURS - Monday to Friday 9am-5pm some evenings weekends or extended hours may be required.

Temporary Full Time- Up to 18 months

Rate of pay: $25.96

Reason for posting: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination 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 non-binary individuals who have experienced gender-based 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 gender-based/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 non-binary and gender-fluid individuals within the legal system.
• Plan attend and support public education initiatives and community events.
• Collaborate with co-workers 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 post-secondary education in social justice criminology law and/or legal studies is required
• Thorough knowledge of issues such as gender-based 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 gender-based violence is required.
• CPR/1st Aid is required
• A valid Ontario Drivers License and ability to drive the company vehicle 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 anti-racist/anti-oppressive 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 self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
• FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE
• Extended Health Benefits

Join our team and be part of a compassionate organization dedicated to enhancing dignity and quality of life.

Good Shepherd a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression 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 .