Indigenous Resource Officer

Parkland Victim Services Inc. is a non-profit organization which works in cooperation with the RCMP to provide assistance to victims of crime and traumatic events. Program funding is through a grant made available by Saskatchewan Justice.  Parkland Victims Services Inc. is currently recruiting for the position of Indigenous Resource Officer.

The Indigenous Resource Officer is responsible for providing basic services to First Nations and Metis victims of crime and their families. Duties include crisis intervention, information, support, assistance, court orientation, accompaniment and referral.  The Indigenous Resource Officer is also responsible for addressing community interests/concerns as a focus for advocacy within the justice system on behalf of First Nations and Metis victims of crime.  This position involves substantial contact with the public, volunteer victim support workers, community agencies and police employees. The Indigenous Resource Officer is based in Broadview, Saskatchewan and is directly supervised by the Victims Services Coordinator.

Qualifications

Basic computer skills, good written skills, records management

Successful candidate to be First Nations or Metis with knowledge of

First Nations and Metis culture and traditions

Demonstrated strength in interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills

A degree in the Social Sciences, Human Justice or a related field would be an asset

Public speaking skills

Preference will be given to those having previous experience working with victims

The successful candidate must meet the R.C.M.P. Security Clearance and hold a valid operator's license