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Community Justice Worker (Court Services) @ Jhstbay

Thunder Bay, OntarioOnsiteFull-time
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About this role

We are currently seeking a Community Justice Worker to join our Bail Verification & Supervision Program Team.

This position will be the main contact for the Bail Verification and Supervision Program for the Court House to receive referrals to the program.

This position will provide information regarding program services and submit required information to the Courts.

This position will review referred individuals to the program and assess eligibility based on criteria outlined by the Ministry as well as program capacity.

This position will be responsible for collecting data and information necessary to complete and submit statistical reports.

This position will work with community stakeholders and partners to provide access to services.

This role will work closely with the Program Team, JHS Case Management Staff, the Courts including Duty Counsel and the Crown Attorney’s Office, Defense Counsel, and local correctional institutions to support the program objectives as outlined by the Ministry of Attorney General.

Key Responsibilities

• This position is expected to attend court on a daily basis.

• This position will provide service delivery to bail clients according to the Bail Verification and Supervision Program standards

• Pre-review information of referred individuals and complete intakes with those that appear to meet the eligibility criteria for supervision

• Consult with the JHS Client Services Team by presenting information from intakes as part of the decision-making process to determine suitability for services

• Verify information provided by individuals required for community supervision and the Courts for Release and Supervision Orders

• Participate in daily client update meetings with the JHS Client Services Team

• Work collaboratively with other community agencies and stakeholders

• Provide program services information as requested by community members, partners, services, etc.

• Ensure implementation of all program forms

• Monitor and ensure completion of reports and documentation required for potential submission to community stakeholders (i.e. Courts, Police)

• Provide collateral information to the Community Justice Worker Team Lead to support program and staff evaluation

• Collect statistical data and complete required reporting for Ministry as directed

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or degree in a related field

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with clients in the criminal justice system or from other vulnerable populations

• Ability to function as a team member

• Excellent writing and organizational skills to support case assessment and management

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and efficiently work under pressure

• Knowledge of the Young Offender Act, Youth Criminal Justice Act, Judicial Interim Release, and the Criminal Code of Canada

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume via online or directly to Colleen Peters, RSW-MSW – Director of Development & Training via email to [email protected] no later than September 1st, 2026 by 5:00pm.

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. $40,968 – $50,651

Skills

BVSP - Bail

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