Indigenous Court Worker

Company: Hamilton Regional Indian Centre

Hamilton Regional Indian Centre 
Employment Opportunity 
Closes: Posted until filled   

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre is currently accepting applications to fill an interim vacancy of 
Indigenous Court Worker. 
 
The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a large Indigenous not for profit organization. We are 
culturally based and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff member of 
HRIC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge 
Keepers and. We strive to uphold pre-colonial management and policy structure, while being 
supportive and maintaining a positive work atmosphere. 
 
The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) Indigenous Court Worker, under the direction of the 
Executive Director or Designate, is primarily responsible to assist in reducing the over representation 
of Indigenous peoples in the justice system by assisting Indigenous individuals to better understand 
their rights, options, and responsibilities when appearing before the court.  
 
QUALIFICATIONS: 
• 2-year post-secondary education in Community Justice, Indigenous Studies, or related 
equivalent education and/or experience, skills, and abilities as determined by the Executive 
Director; 
• 2 years of demonstrated work experience working with justice involved individuals; 
• Strong knowledge of Federal, Provincial, Municipal and First Nations laws, to include but are 
not restricted to; Child and Family Services Act, Youth Criminal Justice Act, Criminal Code of 
Canada, First Nation and Municipal by-laws and provincial offences;  
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history with emphasis on family 
violence, child welfare, and the impacts of trauma;  
• Proven ability to organize, evaluate, communicate and present information, both verbally and 
written;  
• Knowledge of Indigenous and non-Indigenous supports and services;  
• Ability to demonstrate positive role modelling by consistently embodying behaviours that 
reflect the organizations values and principles;  
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within the community and with a team of service 
providers; 
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain lasting working relationships; 
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse 
environment; 
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office and 365 applications; 
• First Aid and CPR certification; 
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training and experience;  
• Valid driver’s licence with clear driving record is an asset: and, 
• Satisfactory Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check. 
 
HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm (8-hour shift within these hours of 
operation), occasional evenings/weekends 
SALARY RANGE: $52,372.00-$57,050.00 per annum 

The HRIC is a highly flexible organization offering additional compensation in accordance with 
current policies. This includes 7 paid personal emergency days, 5 paid cultural days, 4 paid holidays 
beyond mandatory Employment Standards, paid vacation, paid shutdown over the winter holiday 
week, and a group benefits program. HRIC employee group benefits program has mandatory 
enrollment for full time permanent employees; eligible employees will be able to enroll upon the 
successful completion of their (3) three-month probationary period.    
 
HRIC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment in concert with the 
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. As such, we will make 
accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment 
process.  
 
HRIC strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination 
and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit 
of this commitment, we will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under 
any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring 
process and throughout the course of employment.  
 
Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of the Indigenous people of Turtle 
Island, HRIC shall give preference to Indigenous people of Turtle Island who possess the requisite 
skill sets and experience. 
 
Artificial intelligence is not used by HRIC to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role. 
 
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter, resume, and 3 employment 
references to jobs@hric.ca or in an envelope marked CONFIDENTIAL to: 
 
Human Resources 
Hamilton Regional Indian Centre 
34 Ottawa Street North, Hamilton, Ontario L8H 3Y7 
FAX:  905-548-0024