Family Courtworker

Job summary

The Family Courtworker explains legal charges and court procedures to clients while providing direct advocacy and support. They also liaise with judges, lawyers, and social workers to coordinate necessary services for the client.

Job details

FAMILY COURT WORKER Full-Time Position – High Level, Alberta Short-term contract till Dec. 2026 Closing date: October 12, 2026 Native Counselling Services of Alberta’s mission is to promote the resilience of the lndigenous individual and family, through programs and services that are grounded in reclaiming our interconnectedness, reconciliation of relationships and self-determination. Native Counselling Services of Alberta (NCSA) is a Indigenous organization, committed to providing court work services to assist individuals with their legal issues and are free of charges to the client. We are currently looking for the family court worker position for Calgary. The individual should be committed to supporting clients in addressing their legal matters, be dependable, presenting a professional appearance, work closely with other community organizations to best support the client. Specific responsibilities of the position include: * To explain court charges, court procedures, clients’ responsibilities, legal aid, lawyers, children’s services investigation, court orders and circle process. * Provide direct support and advocacy for clients attending court, including explaining court procedures and legal terminology in an accessible manner. * Liaise with lawyers, judges, social workers and other stakeholders to coordinate services and ensure clients needs are addressed. Our ideal candidate would have the following qualifications: [ * In-depth experience and working knowledge of Indigenous communities, cultures, healing and language. * Understanding of Indigenous culture, traditions and values as it may relate to justice and healing is an asset. * Demonstrated understanding of historic trauma and the impact of colonization on Indigenous people. * Good working knowledge of computers and information technology. * Should have a basic understanding of the operations of the courts, justice, corrections, income supports. * Ability to work as a team with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must maintain confidentiality, maintain professional boundaries and open to learning. * Ability to seek out and establish professional relations and contacts with individuals and organizations. * Strong interpersonal relations, conflict manage and the ability to represent NCSA in a professional manner. * Must be prepared to learn NCSA Resiliency Model and agree to be fully immersed in the model with all interactions with staff, clients, community and government agencies. * Must have a reliable vehicle, valid Alberta driver’s license and liability insurance to use your vehicle as part of your employment. * Up to date criminal record check, child intervention check upon hire upon hire. Starting Salary - $49,980.00 annual Please forward your resume and cover letter to: Marg Milicevic, Manager, Human Resources Email: careers@ncsa.ca [careers@ncsa.ca] Thank you for your interest in joining the NCSA team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and accessible to all. Should you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Human Resource team.

What you’ll do

The Family Courtworker explains legal charges and court procedures to clients while providing direct advocacy and support. They also liaise with judges, lawyers, and social workers to coordinate necessary services for the client.

Requirements

Candidates must have in-depth knowledge of Indigenous communities and cultures, along with a basic understanding of court and justice operations. A reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and the ability to pass criminal and child intervention checks are mandatory.

Listed skills

• case management · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Indigenous community knowledge
• Court procedures
• Legal advocacy
• Conflict management
• Interpersonal relations
• Communication skills
• Confidentiality
• Professional boundaries
• Information technology
• Case management
• Stakeholder liaison
• Cultural competency
• Professionalism
• Court Procedures
• Resilience
• Advocacy
• Valid Driver's License
• Reconciliation
• Information Technology
• Family Court
• Healing
• Operations
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Investigation
• Trauma Care
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Social Services
• Legal
• Government & Public Sector
• Family Support Worker
• Family / School / General Social Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers