Restorative Healing Advocate

Location: Western Manitoba (Swan River)

SCO is a growing and dynamic regional First Nation organization that represents 33 Anishinaabe and Dakota Nations and more than 92,000 citizens in what is now southern Manitoba. Established in 1999 by the Chiefs, SCO is mandated as an independent organization to protect, preserve, promote, and enhance First Nation peoples’ inherent rights, languages, customs, and traditions through the application and implementation of the spirit and intent of the Treaty‑making process.

OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Community Justice Manager, the Restorative Healing Advocate (RHA) works closely with victims where criminal charges have been diverted through restorative justice. This may include those who have been impacted by intimate partner violence and/or family violence. The RHA helps empower victims through a trauma‑informed, victim‑centered approach with wrap‑around support services and culturally holistic programming. The RHA may also provide support and advocacy outside the diversion process, by assisting and supporting victims throughout the criminal justice system such as attending court, parole board hearings, or mediations.

This position is located in either Brandon or Dauphin, MB and will require travel to various SCO member First Nations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide case management for all files that are referred to the program

Establish a solid working relationship with clients

Establish a supportive healing plan that fits the client’s needs

Offer one‑on‑one counseling to clients, using a broad, inclusive perspective and applying culturally holistic methods and interventions

Provide trauma‑informed, victim‑centered workshops, tailored to crime specific circumstances (i.e. IPV, bullying, etc.)

Facilitate culturally holistic programming such as justice circle processes

Work closely with the Community Justice Workers and Community Justice Committees to allow for victim input and ensure accountability is taken

Present referrals to the Community Justice Committees from the victim’s perspective

Collaborate with other SCO staff, such as First Nation Court Workers, Mobile Crisis Unit, MMIWG2S+, etc.

Travel to SCO member First Nations, circuit court locations, and/or correctional institutions

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of high school diploma is required; a diploma or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or Indigenous studies and counseling certifications are considered an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Minimum two years’ experience providing case management and advocacy within the criminal justice system

Knowledge and understanding of the judicial system, the Criminal Code of Canada, court procedures, restorative justice, mediation services, and legal terminology

Experience facilitating and coordinating community‑based programs

Demonstrated success in networking, relationship building, and cultivating trusted relationships with clients, collaterals, First Nation communities and their leaders or key stakeholders

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience working in the justice or legal field such as victim services, probation services, First Nation restorative justice or court services

Experience communicating with clients using a trauma‑informed process that is non‑judgmental and empathetic

Ability to be organized, detailed oriented, and take initiative where appropriate

Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure

Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines

Ability to adapt to each client’s circumstances and availability

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

Ability to speak Dakota or Anishinaabemowin language an asset

Counselling experience is considered an asset

Proof of education will be required at the point of hire where an incumbent has graduated from a relevant program.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and a current and clear Child Abuse Registry check

A valid class 5 MB driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle for regularly occurring business travel

WAGE RANGE
$55,000 – $60,000 Annually

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