Job title Native Courtworker – Nanaimo, BC
Reports to Regional Manager
Status Full Time – 35 hours per week
Salary As per BCGEU Salary Grid - $55,496.77 - $64,620.17 (per year)
Our Organization – Mission Statement: “A Helping Hand to Justice”
The Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia (NCCABC) provides culturally-
appropriate services to Indigenous people and communities consistent with their needs. Our services are
accomplished by assisting persons involved in the criminal justice system; providing access to counselling and
referral services for clients with substance abuse and detox support issues; providing advocate services for
Indigenous family and youth. Our dedicated employees are responsible to the needs of the community by
providing quality, innovative and educational options where people are treated with dignity and respect.
The Position
We are looking for an individual that can support our clients by ensuring that the needs of all Indigenous people
going through the BC justice system are fully met.
This position is based in the Nanaimo Office, #4 - 55 Front Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H9 Under the
supervision of the Regional Manager. This position is subject to the policies and procedures of the
Association and agreeing to join the BC General Employees’ Union (BCGEU).
Duties and Responsibilities
This position will act as an intermediary between Indigenous accused and the criminal justice system. Some of
the duties and responsibilities, the incumbent will:
- Provide support on Court procedures and processes, arrange for and/or attend court and legal
appointments as necessary
- Assist in completing affidavits and all other legal forms
- Support the accused in navigating the Criminal justice system
- Provide referrals for complementary and alternative services that support Court process
- Maintain knowledge of current and new legislation that pertains to all aspects of the Court process
- Maintain partnerships with agencies and programs that support program
- Ensure that cultural support is provided.
Knowledge, Skills, and Education
This position requires a highly motivated and creative individual with at least two years criminology or direct
related work and lived experience. The ideal candidate should also possess:
