Native Inmate Liaison Officer

4 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Grand Council Treaty #3 Full time

Responsibilities

- Plan, organize and facilitate Indigenous Programs and activities on a regular basis, providing an itinerary of events as requested by the institution

- Interview all Indigenous inmates upon admission to inform them of programs and services available

- Complete a NILO Programming Intake form on all inmates, record all client contact Statistics Form

- Attend and participate in meetings at the institution such as staff meetings, case conferences, program committee meetings, temporary absence committee meetings and other meetings as requested.

- Act as a resource to the Parole Board if requested with respect to native programming, cultural and spiritual issues

- Assist Indigenous inmates with the development and verification of Temporary Absence plans for work, education of treatment etc.

- Act as a liaison between Indigenous clients and staff/community groups. Probation and Parole services, Elders, and Spiritual Teachers, Indigenous Community Corrections Workers and other service providers

- Assist corrections staff in developing an awareness of the Anishinaabe Culture by providing training sessions to staff as per request by the institution

- Facilitate communication between Native inmates, their families, institutional staff and other agencies

- Assist with the development of discharge plans for Indigenous inmates

- Prepare and submit regular reports and statistics pertaining to programs, activities and clients to the institution Superintendent or designate and GCT#3 Justice Director as required

- Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

- Working knowledge and understanding of local Indigenous cultures, histories, practices, and traditions. The ability to speak Ojibway or Oji-Cree is an asset

- Working knowledge of Indigenous services and resources available in the Kenora area.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups.

- Strong understanding of child welfare systems and the importance of child-centred approaches.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

- Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously.

- Proficiency in relevant computer applications and technology.

- Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle

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