Job Title: Indigenous Bail Worker

The John Howard Society of London and District (the Society) is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to promote effective, just and humane responses to crime and its causes. The Society has been providing a broad range of evidence-based and outcome-driven community services in London and District for over 75 years. Our organization has a strong history of helping individuals and families who are at risk of, or who have come into conflict with the criminal justice system.

Job Summary:

This is a full time position; 35 hours per week commencing as soon as possible. This position will be responsible for supervising Bail Court orders, monitor bail release conditions and provide support to Indigenous clients in the Bail Verification and Supervision Program. The Society is seeking a candidate from the Indigenous community to work with Indigenous clients using a culturally appropriate approach. The annual salary range for this position is $43,000 - $48,000.

Qualifications:

- An Indigenous Background is a must
- College/university degree or equivalent
- Knowledge of Indigenous community resources and the Gladue principles
- Ability to articulate criminal and social justice issues
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated individual with strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Project a positive, friendly and professional attitude
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Excellent decision making and problem solving skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Criminal record check is required

Responsibilities:





- Attend court as a representative of the Society’s Indigenous Bail Program, as required
- Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with court officials, justice stakeholders and Indigenous communities and organizations
- Review documents, gather information and assess eligibility for bail release into the program
- Interview prospective candidates for bail at the courthouse, as required
- Obtain relevant information from police, defence lawyers and Crown’s office
- Complete verification process and communicate outcome to appropriate stakeholders
- Monitor clients’ bail conditions according to program standards
- Complete risk-need assessments and intervention plans
- Provide support and referrals to culturally appropriate services to address client needs
- Maintain case recording of all contacts made with the clients and other agencies on their behalf
- Liaise with police, court officials and Indigenous service providers to support bail clients
- Travel to the surrounding Indigenous Communities to meet with clients as required
- Provide crisis intervention to Bail clients as required
- Ensure adherence to the Bail Program contract, policies and procedures
- Prepare and complete weekly/monthly statistical reports
- Work cooperatively with other Bail workers in the team
- Work different shifts including days and evenings, as required

Send a resume and cover letter to the attention of: Taghrid Hussain, Executive Director

by email. Please put in subject line: Indigenous Bail Worker

Thank you in advance for your interest in the position. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00-$48,000.00 per year

📌 Indigenous Bail Worker (Canada)
🏢 John Howard Society of London and District
📍 Canada