Relief WASH Court Worker

2 weeks ago

Kingston ON KK J, Canada John Howard Society of Kingston Full time

The John Howard Society of Kingston & District is recruiting two (2) professional and motivated WASH Court Workers. The right candidates will join a highly motivated team with a track record of very high achievement and an appetite for change and innovation. These relief positions will work remote on a weekend and holiday schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assesses potential clients for suitability for the bail program during the weekend and statutory holiday court
  • Provides services for clients on bail supervision
  • Create release plans for individuals charged on weekends and statutory holidays in the WASH jurisdictions by liaising with duty counsel and crown attorneys at court
  • Promote the effective use of services through innovation
  • Interview clients over the phone at court prior to court appearance
  • Obtain all relevant information from clients in a timely manneAssist clients with referrals to appropriate community service agencies and educational/vocational programs
  • Promote the program among community services, in the Court, and in the community
  • Maintain positive relationships with court personnel, probation officers, police, and other professionals involved with the client
  • Testify in court, when required to do so
  • Maintain client files, input information into case management system, and complete required court documentation

Skills and Abilities

  • Organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Respect for professional boundaries and confidentiality
  • Ability to function as a member of a team
  • Computer skills, e.g. Microsoft office, internet, email
  • Ability to motivate and give direction to residents
  • Flexibility

Education and Experience

  • A degree or diploma in the social sciences field
  • Specific education, training or certification in community corrections is an asset
  • Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office suite, databases and the internet
  • Knowledge of community resources and services
  • A satisfactory Criminal Police Check, with Vulnerable Sector
  • Knowledge of Risk Management
  • Required to weekends and statutory holidays

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it.

The John Howard Society of Kingston & District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to providing an accessible workplace. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process.

Please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

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