Legal Aid Worker
2 months ago
Union: OPSEU - Districts
- Job Number: J0824-0946
- Job Title: Legal Aid Worker
- Job Type: Permanent Full Time
- City, Province, Country: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Job Location: Toronto
- Job Category: Customer Service / Customer Associates
- Job Classification: S4U
- Role Designation:
- LAO Workplace Based - Role is physically based in an in-person LAO workplace.- Open Positions: 1
- Posting Date: September 9, 2024
- Closing Date: September 13, 2024
- Salary: $55,200.11 - $82,396.92/Year
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.
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.
Legal Aid Ontario values integrity, respect, responsiveness, excellence, independence, accountability, openness and consistency. Our recruitment process reflects our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process as well as during employment at LAO. Please direct any accommodation requests to our recruitment team.
**Primary function**:
This position will primarily be responsible for supporting the district management team with all aspects of district initiatives, projects and functions. The person in this role will report to the Manager of District Operations and will be responsible for a number of administrative activities such as monitoring the virtual duty counsel triage programs, scheduling meetings, organizing training sessions, data collection and reporting, and corresponding with internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, the person in this role will be expected to act as a liaison between the district team and the courthouses as a number of new initiatives are expected to be implemented this fiscal year.
While this position is based out 20 Dundas Street Toronto, the Legal Aid Worker may be asked to attend other locations where LAO services are provided in the City of Toronto.
Job duties may be expanded to include assisting clients within the Toronto Criminal and Family Law Services as well as the opportunity to learn and assist with various district duties.
Home Location: Toronto Provincial Office
Secondary Location: Ontario Court of Justice at 311 Jarvis Street, 47 Sheppard Avenue, Community Legal Clinics, and any other location in Toronto where Toronto district services are provided.
**Key accountabilities**:
- Overall Support:
- Assist district management team and courthouse managers with a variety of administrative tasks on a daily basis
- Supporting the district management team with the virtual triage DC program
- Supporting the district management team with scheduling in the criminal and family courts as required
- Manage a high volume of work and have the ability to compile information for statistical purposes, analysis and reporting
- Assist with the implementation of new district initiatives and projects (i.e. New Toronto Courthouse)
- Coordinate outreach work with Clinics and other community agencies to promote and expand service delivery and support integrated service opportunities
- Liaise with internal and external legal service providers to ensure seamless client service
- Act as a backup resource for LAWs in courthouses if required
Panel Management and Complaints:
- Support the district in managing a high volume of private bar lawyers and client complaints
- Update, prepare and review reports related to roster management
- Work with other LAO departments to gather information on panel lawyers
Administrative Support:
- Provide general information by responding to in-person, written and phone inquiries from lawyers, clients and other legal system partners
- Provide support to the district management team by scheduling meetings, processing monthly expenses, and other duties as assigned
- Develop agenda for reg
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