Job Description

Company Overview

Highland Shores Children's Aid is committed to ensuring the safety and promoting the well-being of our community's children in partnership with their families and community resources. If you care deeply about the welfare of children and want to work in a dynamic environment, we would like to hear from you.

Summary

Based at our Cobourg office and reporting to the Senior Manager, Services and Legal, the Legal Team Assistant performs administrative functions for all in-house counsel and the department, as well as preparing legal documents as assigned. The Legal Team Assistant works within the guidelines and procedures established by the department and contributes to the overall work of the Legal Services Department.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Education and Skills

A two-year Legal Office Administration Diploma or related education from a Ministry approved college is required; a Law Clerk diploma is preferred;

At least 18 months experience in a legal work setting;

A demonstrated ability to co?ordinate matters in the legal system that relate to lawyers, Society staff and members of the public involved in the court system;

Knowledge of court rules and the relevant legislation and expectations of the court office and understanding of child protection clinical practice;

Demonstrated ability to work from a solutions-focused, strengths-based perspective;

Demonstrated proficiency in word processing, office procedures, the use of office equipment and various computer applications;

Demonstrated communication and organizational skills and technical expertise in legal research and law clerk matters;

Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to work cooperatively to assist others;

Previous experience in the child protection legal field with proven skills in drafting of child protection legal documents would be an asset;

Proof of a valid driver's licence, $1,000,000 automobile liability insurance, and a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters police check.

Annual salary:

$54,031 - $67,543

Please apply by email directly to Highland Shores Children's Aid by July 30, 2025.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are dedicated to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve including First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Peoples, Black and other racialized communities; 2SLGTBQ+ communities; women; and people with disabilities. Accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered will be contacted.

www.highlandshorescas.com

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: $54,031.00-$67,543.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-30
Expected start date: 2025-08-11