Community Liaison Worker - Gloucester, Canada - The Elizabeth Fry Society of Ottawa

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Ottawa

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Gloucester, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Community Liaison Worker - Ottawa-Carleton Detention Centre

Job title:
Community Liaison Worker - Ottawa-Carleton Detention Centre (OCDC)

Reports to:
Manager, Community Programs and Services

Hours:30 to 37.5 hours/week

Language:
Bilingual Preferred*
Salary:$21.61 plus benefits (non-negotiable - unionized workplace)

Our Community Liaison Worker

Provides support, advocacy, and assistance with community reintegration to adult women and genderdiverse folks at the Ottawa-Carleton Detention Centre (OCDC)
Assesses client's needs, identifies resources, coordinates discharge plans and facilitates referrals
Is client focused and fosters an environment of respect and dignity

Welcome

About E Fry Ottawa

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Ottawa a is not-for-profit community agency that supports and advocates for women, gender-diverse people and men impacted by the justice system.

We provide a diverse array of community-based and residential programming.

Our work is aimed at reducing harm and oppression, supporting people to overcome barriers to reintegration, and empowering them to build a life of stability and resiliency.

We are a feminist organization committed to working from a human rights and anti-oppression perspective, recognizing systemic barriers that lead to marginalization.

We work with trauma-informed, person-centred principles to promote a respectful, diverse, and inclusive environment that promotes healing, recovery, and successful reintegration.

Core Responsibilities

Intake and Assessment

Complete intakes and assessments to support clients in OCDC using E Fry Ottawa tools.
In consultation with the E Fry Ottawa Housing Team, administer the Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (SPDAT) with clients who are experiencing housing instability.
In consultation with E Fry Ottawa Community Counsellors, consult with community service providers to identify and prioritize clients interested in treatment and make appropriate referrals.
Complete administrative paperwork as required.

Release/Discharge Support

Work collaboratively with other E Fry Ottawa staff to offer prerelease planning, supportive counselling and access to E Fry programs and services
Assist clients to access communitybased programs, including mental health and substance use treatment providers, health care providers, housing, and other social supports
Using a strengthbased, traumainformed approach, engage clients in identifying their strengths to overcome barriers upon release

Ongoing supports/responsibilities

Attend and represent the Elizabeth Fry Society at weekly FIRM meetings and provide case management input to correctional staff at OCDC
Keep uptodate and accurate records (including logs, records, and statistical data) in accordance with the organization's mandate and the requirements of the detention centre.
Assist clients to connect with community supports, including lawyers, family and friends while ensuring compliance with court orders
Maintain effective liaison with other agencies, professionals, and the community to contribute to the success of the client's reintegration and rehabilitation goals

Other responsibilities

Collaborate with other community agencies to share information, problem solve, identify emerging issues and trends, and coordinate services
Complete ongoing reporting to meet requirements of the funder (Ministry of the Solicitor General) and E Fry Ottawa
Participate in case management meetings and other meetings as required
Complete other duties that may be assigned by the Manager, Community Programs and Services.
Promote and deliver on the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Qualifications

Required education and experience

Experience and/or education equivalent to a postsecondary degree in social work, criminal justice, or a related field.
Minimum of one (1) year experience engaging and collaborating with vulnerable populations; specifically, women and genderdiverse folks who are involved in the criminal justice system.
Experience using a range of assessment and case management tools or willingness to be trained to use these tools.
Experience working with communities who face multiple barriers such as poverty, discrimination criminalization, addiction, and mental health challenges.
Have an updated clear Criminal Record Check working with a vulnerable population.
Valid First Aid/CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and ASIST certification considered an asset.

Required knowledge, capacity, and commitment

A solid understanding and knowledge of the criminal justice system
A solid understanding of social factors which contribute to the criminalization of marginalized populations.
An understanding of mental health and addiction issues, including knowledge of harm reduction strategies
Ability to cope with challeng