Job Description

The Department of Justice & Public Safety is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.


The Vulnerable Person's Lawyer will provide a range of legal services from summary advice to full-service litigation representation for persons who are vulnerable because of physical, emotional, or intellectual disability in civil areas not previously covered by Legal Aid. This position will provide legal services to vulnerable people who may be subject to restriction of liberties under the Adult Protection Act, the Mental Health Act and Public Guardian and Trustee proceedings. The position reports to the Director of Legal Aid.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

Provide initial legal advice to vulnerable persons; Represent the vulnerable person before Courts and administrative boards (examples: Adult Protection matters, Guardianship matters; Mental Health Review Board hearings); Conduct research and perform legal analysis; Serve collaboratively as Legal Aid representative on internal and external committees addressing access to justice; Work closely with management and support staff on matters of intake, eligibility assessment, conflict avoidance, caseload management, data collection and reporting; The lawyer is expected to provide these legal services with minimal supervision; and Other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from a recognized law school and membership in the Law Society of Prince Edward Island is required; Must have extensive experience as a practicing lawyer, either in private practice or in the public sector; Applicants who do not have extensive experience may be considered for a provisional appointment; Sensitivity to the needs of people who are vulnerable because of physical, emotional or intellectual disability; Effective skills for personal communication across a very wide range of socioeconomic levels; A solid capacity to maintain composure in the midst of hostile conflicts and highly emotional situations; Strong negotiation, mediation and litigation skills; Crisis management skills; Ability to work both independently in a self-directed manner and as an effective member of a team; Successful applicant must provide proof of a successful Criminal Record Check prior to employment.

This competition may be used to fill future job vacancies

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.

Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at

www.jobspei.ca

. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.

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