Job Description

Job Title: Bail Worker

The John Howard Society of London and District (the Society) is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to promote effective, just and humane responses to crime and its causes. The Society has been providing a broad range of evidence-based and outcome-driven community services in London and District for over 75 years. Our organization has a strong history of helping individuals and families who are at risk of, or who have come into conflict with the criminal justice system

Job Summary:

This is a full-time position; 35 hours per week commencing as soon as possible. This position will be responsible for supervising Bail Court orders, monitor bail release conditions and provide support to clients in the Bail Verification and Supervision Program (BVSP). The BVSP provides community supervision to eligible individuals who do not have the financial or social supports to meet bail requirements. Prospective clients are interviewed while in custody to determine eligibility. If release is approved by the court, clients report weekly, or more frequently, to have their conditions monitored. The program also provides enhanced supervision to support clients with mental health and substance use issues.

Qualifications:

Social work, criminology degree or equivalent university degree

Experience in counselling and/or crisis intervention

Knowledge of community resources

Ability to articulate criminal and social justice issues

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated individual with strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Project a positive, friendly and professional attitude

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills

Constant ability to learn and to respond constructively to change and stressful situations

Flexible to workon variousshifts including days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays, if required

Valid driver's license and have own reliable vehicle

Excellent computer skills

Criminal record check is required

Responsibilities:

Attend court as a representative of the John Howard Society's Bail Program

Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with court officials, justice stakeholders and community organizations

Review documents, gather information and assess eligibility for bail release into the program

Interview prospective candidates for bail at the courthouse

Obtain relevant information from police, defence lawyers and Crown's office

Complete verification process and communicate outcome to appropriate stakeholders

Monitor clients' bail conditions according to program standards

Complete risk-need assessments and intervention plans

Provide counselling and referrals to culturally appropriate services to address client needs

Maintain case recording of all contacts made with the clients and other agencies on their behalf

Liaise with police, court officials and service providers to support bail clients

Provide crisis intervention and enhanced mental health support to bail clients as required

Ensure adherence to the Society and the Ministry's contract, policies and procedures

Prepare and complete weekly/monthly statistical reports

Work cooperatively with other Bail supervisors in the team

Application Process:

Send a resume to the attention of:

Taghrid Hussain (Her, She)

,

Executive Director

By Email: thussain@jhslondon.on.ca

Please put in subject line:

Bail Worker

Please Note: The John Howard Society of London and District is an equal opportunity employer. We are particularly interested in encouraging qualified applicants from all communities that reflect the diversity of the individuals and families we serve. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who apply and advise that we will be responding only to those selected for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care On-site parking
Work Location: In person