Coordinator, Restorative Justice Program, Region 6 - Vanier, Canada - Metis Nation of Ontario

Metis Nation of Ontario

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Vanier, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Internal/External

Full-time/Permanent

Location:
Ottawa, Ontario

Remote Work:
Fixed (fully in-office role, no regular remote-work available)

Closes:
June 30, 2023

Starting Salary:
$53,260 - $60,710, per year based on experience. Salary Range Max $69,260 [2023 Rates]

All applicants are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to qualified applicants who meet the requirements for MNO Citizenship as per the MNO Bylaws and who are in good standing.

What We Offer
As an employer, the Métis Nation of Ontario offers a collaborative work environment with competitive salary

Further, permanent employees benefit from:

Comprehensive employerpaid health benefits,
Pension plan,
10 days' vacation to start,
Annual paid twoweek holiday closure in December-January,
16 paid public and employer holidays,
Early closures on long weekends,
15 paid health & wellness days (sick leave),
Employee Assistance Plan, and
Telemedicine plan.
Preferred membership pricing at Goodlife gyms.

The Role
The Restorative Justice Coordinator (RJC), MNO Justice Program, reports to the Supervisor of Justice.

The Coordinator oversees the MNO's Diversion Program (the Program and volunteers) in locations throughout region 6, however, servicing particularly in the Ottawa, Pembroke and Cornwall court house regions.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Work directly with youth and adult Indigenous persons who have been accused of committing an offence.
Assist with the development and documentation of the region 6 MNO Justice Circle, including intake and a process to track progress of accused through diversion plans.
Develop a communication strategy, including education and awarenessbuilding materials, required to support and market the Restorative Justice Program in Region 6 (particularly in Ottawa, Pembroke and Cornwall), and to encourage selfidentification of Métis accused who would benefit from the Restorative Justice Program.
Recruit and develop a roster of community members and volunteers who are available to participate in Justice Circles for the Diversion Program.
Develop Restorative Justice training programming for Volunteer community members.
Build awareness about the Restorative Justice Program internally with MNO clientservice staff by actively networking and connecting with existing clients.
Build awareness about the Justice Circle Program with regional Métis Community Councils throughout Ontario, and other relevant community partners.
Develop strategic collaborative partnerships at the courthouses and within the community with court workers, legal counsel, Crown Attorneys and other partner organizations throughout Region 6. This includes sitting at the Human Justice Services Coordinating Committee of Pembroke.
Organize and deliver Justice Circles in Region 6, particularly in Ottawa, Pembroke, and Cornwall.
Maintain accurate records and reports on accused's progress on diversion plans in accordance to PHIPPA standards as well as adherence to records management of Youth involved in the Criminal Justice System (YJS Protocols)
Conduct program evaluation activities.
Implement annual project work plans and activity reports.
Other reasonable duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Strong desire to act in the service of the Métis Citizens, to advance and uphold rights and culture
Completion of postsecondary education in justice, legal studies, criminology or equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of the criminal justice system and barriers involved for Indigenous adults and youth involved in the CJS
Knowledge of justice related resources to assist clients and the community to navigate legal information and resources throughout the catchment region
A high degree of technology literacy and proficiency in standard office equipment
Advanced communications skills, both written and verbal
Strong project coordination, including the design and implementation of project workplans
Demonstrated ability to work alone/independently with mínimal supervision.

- preferred:

Knowledge of Métisspecific and broader Indigenous justice initiatives, key challenges, and programs
Knowledge of Indigenous and Métis specific rights within the justice system, and barriers to justice for Indigenous clients
Knowledge of Métis and/or Indigenous justice principles and the legal system
Understanding of relevant legislation including the Canadian Criminal Code, Ontario Human Rights Code, Gladue Principles
Previous 1 to 2 or more years experience in Indigenous client services and/or case management
All positions at the MNO may require the following:_

- _Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain_
- _Completion and maintenance of Vulnerable Sector Verification_
- _A reliable vehicle (or ability to rent), driver's licence, $1,000,000 liability insurance, and a clean driving record_
- _Flexi