Job Overview The purpose of the Kind Heart Mentoring Program is to help people with complex needs and are in conflict with the criminal justice system obtain fair, equitable, disability informed supports and services. The intent of the interventions is to provide supports and services to people with complex needs in a way that is effective for reducing justice involvement and improving quality of life.

Duties

- Assist people with complex needs to be better understood by those who provide them with justice, health, education and/or social support services.

- Assist those involved in the administration of the criminal justice system become more aware and appreciate the uniqueness and complexity of those who have disabilities, of which many are invisible.

- Respond to problems and special needs caused by communication barriers between people with complex needs and those who are involved in the administration of the criminal justice system.

Requirements





- This position requires travel while delivering services to the client group and is based out of the Sunchild Justice Building

- Exceptional verbal, written, listening and interpersonal communication skills.

- Knowledge of O'Chiese First Nation and Sunchild First Nation.

- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

- Strong IT skills including ability to utilize computer software and programs.

- University Degree or Diploma in Social Sciences, Corrections, or related education plus two or more years related work experience in casework, counseling, and/or corrections *Equivalent combination of education and related experience considered

- Valid driver's license and own vehicle, with the ability to obtain proper insurance

- Suitable Security Screening (Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check)

- Additional pre-employment screening may be required

Work Location: In person

📌 Kind Heart Mentor (Edmonton)
🏢 Yellowhead Tribal Community Corrections Society
📍 Edmonton