Support women navigating family court from the Women’s Centre in Haliburton County through trauma-informed advocacy and safety planning. Services are confidential and person-centred.

YWCA Peterborough Haliburton seeks a Court Support Worker to help survivors of gender-based violence understand legal processes and available options. The position provides supportive counselling, court preparation, and connections to legal and community resources. It also strengthens coordinated support through collaboration with YWCA programs, community agencies, legal professionals, and service providers.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide trauma-informed support throughout family court navigation
- Explain court procedures, forms, responsibilities, and available options
- Assist with legal appointments, court preparation, and accompaniment




- Complete risk assessments and individualized safety planning
- Connect women and dependents with legal and community resources

Requirements:

- Relevant post-secondary education and three years social services experience
- Family court practices, procedures, forms, and processes experience
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and legal processes
- Trauma-informed, woman-centred, anti-oppressive practice
- Vehicle access, valid licence, insurance, and vulnerable sector screening

Apply family court knowledge, supportive counselling, and advocacy skills while strengthening informed choices for women and survivors.

📌 Family Court Support Worker (Canada)
🏢 YWCA
📍 Canada