Job Overview The Odawa Native Friendship Centre (Odawa) is a non-profit organization serving the First Nations, Inuit and Métis community in the Ottawa-Carleton Region of Eastern Ontario and surrounding communities.

The IBVSP will assist in identifying the availability of surety for the Indigenous accused. Provide verified factual information about the Indigenous accused at judicial interim release proceedings that will assist the court in selecting suitable candidates for bail and bail supervision and provide supervision, counselling and referral services while on release from custody.

Responsibilities

- Conduct interviews and assessments with Indigenous individuals in custody who are seeking bail, gathering relevant personal, social, and background information.
- Identify, contact, and assess potential sureties to determine their availability and suitability to support an individual's release.
- Prepare comprehensive bail verification reports and provide factual information to the courts to assist in judicial interim release decisions.
- Liaise with court personnel, defence counsel, Crown Attorneys, correctional facilities, police services, and community partners regarding bail verification and supervision matters.
- Provide culturally appropriate, trauma-informed, and holistic supports that recognize the unique circumstances and experiences of Indigenous individuals involved in the justice system.
- Develop individualized supervision plans and monitor compliance with court-imposed release conditions.
- Maintain regular contact with individuals on bail supervision through scheduled check-ins, meetings, and community visits.
- Provide counselling, guidance, advocacy, and referrals to appropriate community resources, including housing, mental health, addictions, employment, and cultural support services.
- Support individuals in accessing culturally relevant programs, Elders,



Knowledge Keepers, and traditional healing resources where appropriate.
- Identify potential risks, barriers, and challenges that may affect an individual's ability to comply with bail conditions and work collaboratively to address them.
- Respond to crisis situations, provide appropriate intervention, and coordinate additional supports when necessary.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date case files, supervision records, assessments, and statistical reports in accordance with program standards.
- ·Monitor and document compliance with bail conditions and communicate relevant concerns or breaches to the appropriate authorities in accordance with established protocols.
- Advocate for fair and equitable treatment of Indigenous individuals while promoting culturally informed and community-based approaches to justice.
- Maintain knowledge of applicable legislation, provincial program standards, court procedures, and developments within the criminal justice system.
- Participate in case conferences, interagency meetings, training opportunities, and community initiatives to strengthen partnerships and improve service delivery.

Qualifications

- Preferred postsecondary diploma/degree or equivalent in Social Justice Services and/or minimum of three (3) years work in social or justice services environment.
- Knowledge of Bail Verification and Supervision Programs in Ontario, of provincial standards for bail verification and supervision, of all relevant legislation,



regulations and court procedures governing bail.
- Understanding of the criminal justice system, Indigenous Justice strategies and alternative justice methods.
- Ability to articulate criminal and social justice issues.
- Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on systemic issues.
- Ability to engage people to build trust and rapport with vulnerable individuals.
- Effective verbal and listening communication skills; excellent interviewing, counselling, recording and data collection skills.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to meet critical deadlines and urgent matters.
- Superior analytical and decision-making skills; ability to problem solve and take initiative.
- Effective crisis intervention skills; ability to provide individual/family counselling.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including database applications.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends.
- A transparent criminal reference check (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Clearance will be a condition of employment.
- Must have a valid Ontario ‘G’ Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please send your Cover Letter and Résumé, telling us why you think you’d be a great addition to Odawa to: [email protected]. First Nations, Inuit and Métis candidates will be given priority, please self-verify.

The Odawa Native Friendship Centre is committed to accommodating people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $58,000.00 per year

Benefits

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Indigenous Bail Supervisor Program Coordinator (IBVSP) (Ottawa)
🏢 Odawa Native Friendship Centre
📍 Ottawa