INDIGENOUS BAIL COURTWORKER – EDMONTON REMAND CENTRE

The YTCCS INDIGENOUS BAIL COURTWORKER (IBCW) is to help Indigenous people involved in the criminal justice system to obtain fair, just, and equitable and culturally relevant treatment. The IBCW shall ensure that Native people understand their rights and obligations to the Justice System, as well as sensitizing the Justice system to the cultural educational and social
differences of the clientele.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include but are not limited to:

• Attend Edmonton Remand Centre (ERC)
• Assist in the preparation of submission and presentation of legal reports of client to seek Bail, obtain appropriate legal assistance or counseling
• One-to-One interviews with accused to obtain an understanding of their legal circumstances
• Ensure clients understand Court procedures/charges
• Work closely with Private/Government Agencies and Court personnel by providing and sharing information to ensure clients are dealt with fairly
• Works closely with Probation Officers, Elders and YTCCS Staff using the team concept
• Promote community awareness of YTCCS through personal contact, public speaking, engagements, use of local media, sitting on local Boards, participating in or coordinating community Legal workshops
• Keep up to date with the changes in the Justice System
• Identify and investigate problems with the delivery of Judicial services
• Make recommendations and program improvements to YTCCS
• Complete written and oral reports and statistics as required
• Monthly reports and activities upon request of the Program Director
• Special reports on clients as requested
• Maintain criminal Court information sheets on client files
• The compilation of collateral data to confirm supports and the synthesis of this data into a written legal report

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University Degree or Diploma in Social Sciences or Corrections field and related experience
• Equivalent combination of education and related experience considered
• Criminal Records Check
• Time management skills
• Excellent computer skills and Microsoft proficient
• This position requires travel to the Edmonton Remand Centre (ERC). This may include YTC First Nation Member communities as directed
• Knowledge of Gladue Principles and relevant legal Acts as they apply to Bail and Sentencing in Criminal Court
• Excellent verbal, planning, written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate strong interviewing and communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and written form
• Previous Legal Report Writing experience is an asset and preferred
• Knowledge of Protocol required due to reporting to Chiefs and Councils, Elders, and the YTC First Nation Communities. Effective communication skills and knowledge of YTC First Nation Communities, cultures, and values are essential
• Valid Driver’s License and own vehicle required
• Some related work experience in casework, counseling. or corrections is preferred.
• Preference will be given to YTC Nation Members (Alexander, Alexis, Sunchild, O’Chiese)

Yellowhead Tribal Community Corrections Society thanks all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed and individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Salary to commensurate with experience.

Please Submit: COVER LETTER, RESUME, AND TWO REFERENCES TO:

Attention: Joy Sandy – Human Resource Officer

Fax : (587)524-0181

Email: joy.sandy@ytcadmin.ca

OR Mail:

PO Box 3420, Morinville, AB T8R 1S3

Sub-Office: 3rd Floor – 17304 105 Ave. Edmonton, AB

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 11, 2022

ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED