French Bilingual Client Service Representative
3 weeks ago
**Company Bio**
Legal Aid Ontario employees are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients.
As an integral partner in the Justice system, working at Legal Aid Ontario is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to help people who need it the most; to ensure each client receives the access to justice afforded to them under the law.
If you are looking for a new challenge in your already meaningful career with a team dedicated to justice, and innovation in a flexible and supportive work environment consider this opportunity below.
**Primary function**
The incumbent will use their excellent client service skills and knowledge of Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) to meet client needs and expectations through the use of a telephone based Client and Lawyer Support Centre (CLSC).
This is a 100% Work from Home position.
Reporting to: Team Manager, Client and Lawyer Support Centre
**Key accountabilities**
- Assisting callers in a contact centre environment and providing information in priority
sequence
- Accessing client information through the use of PeopleSoft and other computer systems
- Providing Public Legal Information and where appropriate and moving the caller through LAO’s continuum of services
- Entering and maintaining case details in PeopleSoft, Excel Databases, or other software for future reference by other LAO staff
- Communicating eligibility for Legal Aid services based on completion of a legal and financial assessment
- Documenting client issues and escalating to other LAO departments or District Offices
- Referring applicants that have been refused or that don’t meet established assistance guidelines to seek other legal and/or government services, including the lawyer referral service, legal clinics, and duty counsel, where appropriate
- Identifying areas of improvement and voicing ideas to help build a strong foundation for a client service delivery structure grounded in best practices
- Responding to queries and complaints in a professional, courteous manner and providing referrals to appropriately address requests for further information
- Working with exposure to emotionally charged situations, e.g., providing information to upset or agitated clients or employees
- Other related duties as required
**Required skills & experience**
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and sound judgement for supporting clients
- Excellent customer service skills with the proven ability to empathetically manage difficult client relationships while effectively resolving outstanding issues or problems.
- Knowledge of the larger social justice network in which LAO operates and provides client service
- Organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask
- Knowledge of and experience with Aboriginal Peoples culture is considered an asset
- Demonstrated competency with PeopleSoft software will be considered an asset
- Demonstrated competency with Microsoft Office software
Organizational Competencies Expected
- Client Focus
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Personal Motivation and Accountability
- Focus on Quality and Best Practice
- Problem Solving and Judgment
- Organizational Awareness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Additional Requirements:
Sufficient actual bandwidth must be available during business hours in addition to any personal use in the home. Minimum employee home internet requirements include:
Internet Type:
- Supported: Cable, DSL and Fibre
- Not Supported: LTE, Satellite or Wireless
- Recommended Minimum Internet Package Posted Speeds: Download: 75 Mbps/Upload: 20 Mbps
- Actual required speeds during business hours:Download: 25 Mbps/Upload: 10 Mbps
Currently, the virtual live mandatory training is scheduled between (full participation is required):
- Monday July 8 to Tuesday July 30, 2024
This position may also require occasional travel to LAO offices upon request.
This position is collectively represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) Local 525 and, therefore, union dues will be deducted bi-weekly.
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**Equity Statement**
Building a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve while promoting a safe culture and work environment that dismantles systemic barriers, welcomes fresh perspectives and embraces differences as a priority is a core value at LAO. LAO encourages applicants from equity-seeking groups, including but not limited to individuals who are First Nations, Inuit or Métis, Black and racialized, as well as persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
We recognize the value of equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to addressing systemic barriers, and prioritizing, attracting and retaining diverse staff. All interested and eligible people will be considered, with due consideration to all protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
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