Restorative Healing Advocate

BACKGROUND:
SCO provides competitive compensation and excellent pension and benefits, as well as a positive work environment.

OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Community Justice Manager, The Restorative Healing Advocate (RHA) works closely with victims where criminal charges have been diverted through restorative justice. This may include those who have been impacted by intimate partner violence and/or family violence. The RHA helps empower victims through a trauma-informed, victim-centered approach with wrap-around support services and culturally holistic programming. The RHA may also provide support and advocacy outside the diversion process, by assisting and supporting victims throughout the criminal justice system such as attending court, parole board hearings or mediations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Case Management
- Provide case management for all files that are referred to the program
- Establish a solid working relationship with clients
- Establish a supportive healing plan that fits the client’s needs

Facilitate Programming
- Provide trauma-informed, victim-centered workshops, tailored to crime specific circumstances (i.e. IPV, bullying, etc.)
- Facilitate culturally holistic programming such as justice circle processes

Team Collaboration
- Work closely with the Community Justice Workers and Community Justice Committees to allow for victim input and ensure accountability is taken
- Present referrals to the Community Justice Committees from the victim’s perspective
- Collaborate with other SCO staff, such as First Nation Court Workers, Mobile Crisis Unit, MMIWG2S+, etc.

Travel
- Travel to SCO member First Nations
- May include travel to circuit court locations
- May include travel to correctional institutions
- Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

- Completion of High school diploma; or a diploma or bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. Indigenous Studies and Counseling certifications are also considered an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- 2-4 years’ experience providing case management and advocacy within the criminal justice system
- Knowledge and understanding of the judicial system, the Criminal Code of Canada, court procedures, restorative justice, mediation services, and legal terminology.
- Experience facilitating and coordinating community-based programs.
- Demonstrated success in networking, relationship building, and cultivating trusted relationships with clients, collaterals, First Nation communities and their leaders or key stakeholders.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience working in the justice or legal field such as victim services, probation services, First Nation restorative justice or court services.
- Experience communicating with clients using a trauma-informed process that is non-judgmental and empathetic.
- Ability to be organized, detailed oriented, and take initiative where appropriate.
- Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.
- Counselling experience is considered an asset
- Work independently and within a collaborative team environment.
- Exceptional organizational skills with ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to each client’s circumstances and availability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
- Ability to speak Dakota or Anishinaabemowin language an asset.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

- Must provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check.
- A valid class 5 MB driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle for business travel

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Monday, May 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM CST

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources

Southern Chiefs’ Organization

202-600 Empress Street

Winnipeg, MB R3G 0L5

Proof of education will be required at the point of hire where an incumbent has graduated from a relevant program.

Please note that SCO does not offer hybrid/remote work options unless specifically stated.

Testing may form part of the selection process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-05-12