Cknúcwentn First Nations Court Outreach Worker

Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

ROLE PURPOSE

This position will provide outreach services to Indigenous offenders who are referred for service through the Kamloops First Nations Court and/or by the Cknúcwentn Elders Justice Council. Provide outreach services as required and mobilize community resources to ensure that supported individuals are offered training and assistance with life skills to successfully integrate into the community.   

STATUS AND CLASSIFICATION
Union. This position is open to applicants of all genders.

Location

Kamloops, British Columbia

SHIFT HOURS

Full Time Candidates 37.5- 40 Hours/Week. Must be able to work a flexible schedule. 

REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports and is accountable to the Justice Services Manager or their designate
• Function as a multi-disciplinary team member of the Kamloops First Nations Court support staff
• Liaises with staff and volunteers of community and government agencies as required
• Liaises with the staff, managers and on-call manager of Connective as necessary

WHAT WE OFFER?

• Committed Living Wage Employer
• 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC
• Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
• Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
• Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure the needs of individual conditionally released individuals are identified, and that special attention is given to removing barriers to community services and resources
• Participate in, and be present for, all First Nations Court and/orCknúcwentn Elders Justice Council meetings and court dates.
• Transport individuals to court dates, probation meetings, and/or other important events as required
• Support the individual, in conjunction with First Nations Council and the Elders, to follow the Healing Plan
• Liaise with First Nations Court, Probations and Crown Council, to monitor the individuals progress and develop strategies towards addressing his/her barriers
• Assist in conducting program audits and/or evaluations as scheduled by the organization
• Complete required reporting detailing progress towards the individuals Healing Plan and Probation Order
• Establish a network of appropriate community resources for each individual to ensure community resources are available throughout the program
• Assist individuals in sustaining levels of clinical and behavioural functioning
• Meet regularly with team members to assist in providing continuity of the Healing Plan
• Assist individual to obtain appropriate medical needs
• Provide information to individuals on how to access appropriate community resources and assist in contacting and connecting them with appropriate resources and encouraging use of these resources
• Provide crisis intervention by ensuring immediate access to medical services, providing counselling, or working with other community professionals to meet the individuals needs, as required
• Ensure that the individual maintains contact with community agencies by determining if they have attended appointments/commitments as required, and follow up on non-attendance
• As dictated by each individual’s needs and abilities, participate in the implementation and facilitation of programming that will allow each offender to develop life skills such as nutrition and food preparation, banking, shopping, and recreational and social opportunities
• Programming which exists in the community will be accessed to the greatest extent possible, to ensure individuals develop an appropriate community support network.  Where community programs or assistance are not available, the Court Worker will provide
• Participate with individuals in regular bi-monthly activities to stimulate appropriate socialization behaviours
• Identify options and make individual referrals to agencies or persons offering adequate, safe and affordable housing, as required
• Interact with the individual’s family and friends to involve their personal support as part of the program
• Provide ongoing verbal consultation with each individual’s Probation Officer and the First Nations Court and Elders, with reference to their progress in, and response to, the program
• Effectively utilize various agency systems and technology platforms
• Perform other related duties as required

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Function independently, while remaining a crucial member of the support team
• Adhere to Connective’s policies and procedures
• Be available to work flexible hours during the daytime, evenings, and weekends based on operational needs and program requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in a related human/social service field
• One (1) year recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Understanding and familiarity working with individuals who have come into contact with the criminal justice system
• Experience working with individuals with a mental health diagnosis
• Experience and familiarity working in an Indigenous led environment
• An understanding of providing service to people with different learning abilities
• Demonstrated ability to develop programs tailored to the needs of the individual
• Demonstrated and clear ability to respond well in crisis situations
• Demonstrated an ability to deal with potential violence
• Demonstrated a strong ability to deal with crisis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

REQUIREMENTS

• Criminal Records Checks
• Emergency First Aid
• Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle while working
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

COMPENSATION

• Range is $27.54/hr - $31.61/hr as per collective agreement

*Preference will be given to applicants who are Indigenous