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Description

DVCCW provides support, info & referrals to victims of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), attends court, prepares risk assessments, contributes to decisions regarding no-contact orders.  

Duties:
Provide victim services for the DVC including work with the Court, Probation, SVS, Crown Prosecutors office, Court officials, SPS, & community agencies
Monitor/address safety concerns identified by/related to the victim
Attend docket & trial courts in the DVC; provide court updates to clients
Prepare risk assessments; consult with other agencies re: recommendations for changes to court-ordered release conditions
Liaise between victim & police, prosecutor, DVC, & other agencies
Adhere to reporting requirements regarding child protection
Participate in agency program development, public education, meetings
Perform related administrative & record-keeping duties
Assist with supervision of peers, students & individual cases
May be required to perform work outside of regular operating hours, incl. evenings &/or weekends
Other duties as assigned

Education:
Bachelor degree in Social Work, Indigenous Social Work, Human Justice or equivalent
3-5 years of experience working in a court environment or related area
Knowledge of the dynamics of IPV & experience working with victims

Areas of Knowledge:
Theories of human development, behaviour, & change; & of communication & conflict resolution
Interviewing, assessment, & evaluation techniques
Knowledge of & experience in trauma- & violence-informed approaches
Able to work in cross-cultural environments
Awareness of addictions, mental health concerns, FASD, etc. & influence/impact on individuals impacted by IPV
Able to deal with difficult people in unusual/challenging situations
Valid drivers license & access to a personal vehicle
Final candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.