facts relating to the Aboriginal person charged with an offence or before the court. Explain to the client the importance of complying with the conditions of their disposition. The Native Criminal Court Worker will clarify the meaning of forms or measures such as probation, bail/recognizance/undertaking, conditional release, community service orders etc. The Native Criminal Court Worker will not supervise bail, probation, Community Service Orders or custody and supervision orders. Provide oral submissions when requested by the client or justice personnel with approval from the client and/ or with guidance from legal counsel acting for the accused. Ensure that the courts are aware of the provision and its appropriateness when dealing with an Aboriginal offender within the Canadian Criminal Code and to reference the principles of Gladue (Section 718.2 (e)). Ensure that there is a working relationship with the Community Justice Coordinator to ensure that all clients meeting the criteria are diverted at the earliest stage of the process. Liaise with other agencies including Legal Aid, Defense Attorneys, and the Crown as required, and advocate for client needs. Attend Indigenous Peoples’ Court and scheduled regional courts, as required. Restorative Justice Programs: Support the Restorative Justice Programs, including the Indigenous Community Council, Youth Justice Committee, Indigenous Peoples’ Court, and Gladue Programs, by: communicating regularly with the program staff, providing diversion referrals, and conducting follow up activities in collaboration with the program staff. Advocate the Restorative Justice Programs as a primary option for eligible clients. Collaborate with Coordinator of Justice Services in the identification of clients appropriate for diversion referrals. Promote the Restorative Justice Programs to mainstream justice personnel by explaining and advocating the diversion process and client eligibility criteria. Promote the Restorative Justice Programs to community members, Friendship Centre staff, and service providers. Ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed in advance of submitting referrals. Provide diversion applications immediately to the Coordinator of Justice Service’s attention. Attend and participate in weekly Justice Program team meetings. Resources Outside the Courts: Attend meetings, workshops, seminars and conferences that relate to the Native Criminal Court Worker duties. Participate as a resource person at training sessions, committee meetings, etc., to ensure that information on the culture, needs, concerns and aspirations of Indigenous people are
facts relating to the Aboriginal person charged with an offence or before the court. Explain to the client the importance of complying with the conditions of their disposition. The Native Criminal Court Worker will clarify the meaning of forms or measures such as probation, bail/recognizance/undertaking, conditional release, community service orders etc. The Native Criminal Court Worker will not supervise bail, probation, Community Service Orders or custody and supervision orders. Provide oral submissions when requested by the client or justice personnel with approval from the client and/ or with guidance from legal counsel acting for the accused. Ensure that the courts are aware of the provision and its appropriateness when dealing with an Aboriginal offender within the Canadian Criminal Code and to reference the principles of Gladue (Section 718.2 (e)). Ensure that there is a working relationship with the Community Justice Coordinator to ensure that all clients meeting the criteria are diverted at the earliest stage of the process. Liaise with other agencies including Legal Aid, Defense Attorneys, and the Crown as required, and advocate for client needs. Attend Indigenous Peoples’ Court and scheduled regional courts, as required. Restorative Justice Programs: Support the Restorative Justice Programs, including the Indigenous Community Council, Youth Justice Committee, Indigenous Peoples’ Court, and Gladue Programs, by: communicating regularly with the program staff, providing diversion referrals, and conducting follow up activities in collaboration with the program staff. Advocate the Restorative Justice Programs as a primary option for eligible clients. Collaborate with Coordinator of Justice Services in the identification of clients appropriate for diversion referrals. Promote the Restorative Justice Programs to mainstream justice personnel by explaining and advocating the diversion process and client eligibility criteria. Promote the Restorative Justice Programs to community members, Friendship Centre staff, and service providers. Ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed in advance of submitting referrals. Provide diversion applications immediately to the Coordinator of Justice Service’s attention. Attend and participate in weekly Justice Program team meetings. Resources Outside the Courts: Attend meetings, workshops, seminars and conferences that relate to the Native Criminal Court Worker duties. Participate as a resource person at training sessions, committee meetings, etc., to ensure that information on the culture, needs, concerns and aspirations of Indigenous people are
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