Aboriginal Liaison Officer

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

When submitting your application, you will have to answer questions regarding the education and experience requirements. You must clearly demonstrate with specific examples how you meet these requirements to allow the selection committee to assess the depth and breadth of experience in terms of qualifications sought. Information provided throughout your application must be supported in your resume. You do not need to provide a covering letter. Failure to provide this information in the requested format will result in your application being rejected.

Work environment

The Aboriginal Initiatives team works within correctional services to help Aboriginal offenders find their way to healing while contributing to a healthy and safe community for a better future for all. Aboriginal liaison officers, as a member of the case management team, help identify and assess the healing needs of Aboriginal offenders and support Elders in establishing offender’s healing plans. They plan, develop, facilitate, evaluate and supervise cultural and traditional activities and interventions for Aboriginal offenders. They are also expected to provide reports and comments to parole officers.

Intent of the process

A pool of candidates will be created and may be used to staff similar positions of permanent or temporary tenures within the Correctional Service of Canada in the Quebec region.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

A degree from a recognized university or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Experience in the traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of Aboriginal teachings and values.

Experience working with Aboriginal Elders.

Experience in using a computer including word processing software such as Microsoft Word and WordPerfect.

Significant* experience working with or for Aboriginal communities and organizations.

*Significant experience is defined as a minimum of two years.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

EXPERIENCE

Experience working with Aboriginal people in conflict with the law.

Experience with Correctional Service Canada.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
English essential
French essential
Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of Aboriginal traditions, culture and spirituality, particularly as it relates to Elders.

Knowledge of cultural diversity of Aboriginal people.

Knowledge of the history and current circumstances of Aboriginal people in Canada.

ABILITIES

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate Aboriginal cultural events such as traditional and/or spiritual ceremonies, social activities and programs.

Ability to work with and support Elders, respecting traditional protocols and values, particularly as they relate to Elders.

Ability to manage, support, and motivate people individually and/or within group settings.

Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES

Initiative
Respect
Integrity
Judgment

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

KNOWLEDGE


Knowledge of interviewing and counselling techniques.

Knowledge of the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (CCRA) pertaining to Aboriginal People.

ABILITIES

Ability to speak a traditional Aboriginal language of a territory.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity group: Aboriginal persons

Information on employment equity

Operational Requirements:

Variable Work Hours may be required.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

An assignment, secondment, or acting appointment requires approval of your supervisor.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

For appointment processes where the area of selection was limited to Aboriginal peoples or to members of designated employment equity groups that included Aboriginal peoples, the Aboriginal candidates proposed for appointment or appointed must complete and sign the Affirmation of Aboriginal Affiliation Form as a condition of appointment prior to or at the same time as the offer of appointment, even if they have already self-declared as an EE member when applying.

The client organization will accept ON-LINE APPLICATIONS ONLY.
All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service
Resourcing System (PSRS).To submit an application on-line, please click on the button “Apply Online”

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.