A:se:ˀ Dwaihwahsrǫ:nihs (Restorative Justice) Worker – 075R1-23-2
Justice, Central Administration
Contract

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, June 7^th, 2023, for the A:se:ˀ Dwaihwahsrǫ:nihs (Restorative Justice) Worker with Justice, Central Administration Department. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website.  Online applications accepted through https://www.vscyberhosting.com/sixnations/. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The the A:se:ˀ Dwaihwahsrǫ:nihs (Restorative Justice) Worker reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the the A:se:ˀ Dwaihwahsrǫ:nihs (Restorative Justice) Manager. The role of the A:se:ˀ Dwaihwahsrǫ:nihs worker is to facilitate restorative justice conferences for Six Nations youth and adults and other Indigenous people. The A:se:ˀ Dwaihwahsrǫ:nihs worker will work with the Crown’s attorney and the police in identifying divertible pre and post charges for restorative justice processes. The successful candidate will provide A:se:ˀ Dwaihwahsrǫ:nihs training and will hold two trainings each year for the Six Nations and broader community within the policies and procedures established by Six Nations of the Grand River.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possesses a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminology or sociology with strong counselling background and two years of experience, or
2. Completion of an accredited college diploma in social services worker program, with 3-5years of experience in the human service field.
3. Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers, or respective regulatory body would be preferable.
4. Proven ability working with social agencies from Six Nations or other First Nations, as well as surrounding communities.
5. High Level of Communication Skills: Interoffice, Interpersonal, Telephone, and Written.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to write clear concise letters/reports, proposals, and the ability to meet deadlines and other administrative requirements.
7. High Level of Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point and Publisher.
8. Strong level of organizational skills.
9. Must be a team-oriented player.
10. Will have a valid G license.
11. Must have favourable criminal record check and vulnerable record check.

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1:  Online

1. Please visit: https://www.vscyberhosting.com/sixnations/ to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
2. Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
   1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
   2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
   3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
3. If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out to Lesleigh Rusnak, Staffing Officer at 519-445-2223 ext 4343 or via email at StaffHR@sixnations.ca.

Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:

1. Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
2. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
3. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
4. Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
5. Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

A:se:ˀ Dwaihwahsrǫ:nihs (Restorative Justice) Worker – Contract – 075R1-23-2
c/o Reception Desk
Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)
P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario  N0A 1M0