Gladue Aftercare Worker

Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre•Thunder Bay, ON

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gladue Aftercare Worker is responsible for the effective and efficient delivery and administration of the Gladue Aftercare Program. The Gladue Aftercare Worker will assist Indigenous clients to follow through with recommendations of their Gladue Report upon sentencing. The Gladue Aftercare Worker will provide direct services, and make necessary referrals to programs and services, within the Friendship Centre, corrections and in the community. The Gladue Aftercare Worker will work within an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

Knowledge of the judicial system, Criminal Code, and other related federal and provincial statutes, and related court decisions regarding Indigenous persons.
Knowledge of sentencing principles, alternative measures and restorative justice principles.
Knowledge of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on family violence, child welfare, incarceration, the impacts of trauma, engagement and community outreach.
Experience in program delivery, group facilitation, and administration.
Ability to produce well-structured written reports.
Ability to engage people to build trust and rapport.
Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
Excellent interviewing skills.
Effective crisis intervention skills.
Self-motivated individual with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented setting.
Excellent case and file management skills, stress management and time management skills.
Ability to meet deadlines.
High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment.
Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands.
Ability to problem solve and take initiative.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License and the use of a vehicle.
A clear criminal reference check (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Clearance is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of an Indigenous language(s) will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Assist Indigenous clients to follow through with recommendations of their Gladue Report upon sentencing.
Provide direct services.
Make necessary referrals to programs and services, within the Friendship Centre, corrections and in the community.
Work within an interdisciplinary team.