Indigenous Justice Advocate
4 weeks ago
Company Overview:
">The BC First Nations Justice Council is a leading organization in the field of Indigenous justice. With a mission to reduce the overrepresentation of Indigenous people in the criminal justice system, we strive to provide world-class legal services and programs to our communities.
We are seeking an experienced Staff Lawyer to join our team at the Indigenous Justice Centre in Chilliwack, BC. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing legal representation to Indigenous clients facing criminal charges and child protection matters.
Job Summary:
This is a full-time position that offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 - $150,000, commensurate with education and experience. You will have the opportunity to work closely with Indigenous communities and service providers to develop and propose alternate care plans that will keep children safe and with their family and communities where appropriate.
Key Responsibilities:
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- Provide legal representation for criminal and child protection matters to clients who would not otherwise have legal representation">
- Advocate on behalf of clients for the diversion of their legal matters from the formal court system to less intrusive measures, including Indigenous intervention protocols, First Nations Courts, Indigenous justice processes, alternative dispute resolution processes; mediation and restorative justice processes where appropriate">
- Work with the Resource and Support Worker to provide wrap around services that meet the needs of your client">
- Develop and maintain working relationships with Indigenous communities and service providers, probation, diversion, crown counsel and other crown agencies">
- Collaborate with Indigenous, local, provincial and federal government agencies and service providers to ensure clients have access to culturally safe and Indigenized programs and services needed to provide them with support and to assist in ensuring their children remain out of MCFD care and their members remain outside of the criminal justice system">
Requirements:
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- Membership in a Canadian Law Society, preferably British Columbia">
- J.D. / LL.B.; Advanced Degrees and/or Joint J.D./J.I.D. are considered an asset">
- 1-5 years litigation experience in criminal defence – exposure to MCFD (child welfare) matters would be an asset;">
- Knowledge of local and urban Indigenous cultures">
- Ability to provide a culturally safe environment for clients">
- Knowledge of the structure and procedures of Canada's Criminal Justice System, including knowledge of the criminal law, Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, Gladue principles and case law">
- Knowledge of the structure and procedures of British Columbia's child protection system, including the Child Family and Community Services Act, and Bill C-92 – An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Metis children, youth and families">
- Knowledge of local agencies that offer indigenous / restorative justice services, and support services to offenders, and to children, youth and families">
- Self-motivated individual with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented setting">
- Strong organizational, case and file management skills, stress management and time management skills">
- Ability to engage people to build trust and rapport; have effective verbal and listening communication skills">
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, problem solve and take initiative">
- Valid Driver's License, the use of a vehicle and ability to travel">
What We Offer:
">Our benefits package includes health and dental, personal days, paid vacation, and RRSP/TFSA savings plans. We are committed to creating a balanced and caring work environment that is respectful and supportive.
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