Victim Witness Services Worker - Walkerton, Canada - Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General

Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General

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Walkerton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Do you have a passion to support diverse groups of clients and understand crisis management? Are you a dedicated professional whom can engage empathetically and support your team in an inclusive and challenging work environment?

If so, consider this role as a Victim Witness Service Worker to provide a full range of services to victim/witnesses of crime, including needs assessment, crisis intervention, emotional support and referrals, and to participate in stakeholder networks and public education.

The Victim/Witness Assistance Program provides information, assistance and support to victims and witnesses of crime to increase their understanding of, and participation in, the criminal court process.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code.

Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will be:

Providing information/support/assistance to clients
Managing/coordinating assigned high volume of cases
Acting as a liaison/maintaining networks to advocate the needs/interests of clients
Participating in projects/committees/public education activities
Preparing statistical reports

How do I qualify?
Technical Knowledge
You have
- demonstrated skills in providing services to victims of crime and/or marginalized/vulnerable clients meeting their special needs.
- proven experience working with victims/witnesses of crime, specifically of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, homicide and death related cases.
- comprehensive knowledge of and demonstrated skills/ability in providing services to victims of crime and or/marginalized/vulnerable clients.

Analytical, Judgement and Problem Solving Skills

You can deal with client issues, interact with stakeholders and recommend services improvements.
You can foster cooperation of services providers in implementing new or enhanced services and bring contentious matters to the Manager.

Communication, Interpersonal and Teamwork Skills

You can deal effectively and appropriately with a diverse clientele and liaise effectively with criminal justice partners.
You possess demonstrated ability to network effectively with community agencies, work with diverse communities and be sensitive to their needs.
You can write reports, case file summaries, and assist in developing and conducting training programs.
You can work effectively in an inclusive team environment.

Case Management/Organizational and Planning Skills