Department: Justice
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Temporary
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 27-Aug-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

ABOUT US

The Justice Supports and Services Division of the Department of Justice helps facilitate court ordered child and spousal support and offers a range of services to help victims of crime.
Within Victim Services promote victims’ rights and interests and advise government on issues relating to victims of crime; and work with justice partners and the community to develop policies and programs that address the needs of crime victims. We can help provide the victim, spouse, or relative, with information, support and assistance as their case moves through the criminal justice system. When criminal charges are laid, victims and family members can contact us directly for help. We provide a range of services including the following programs: Provincial Victim Services Program, Child Victim/Witness Program, Criminal Injuries Counselling Program, Victim Impact Statement Program, Restitution Program, Sexual Offense Legal Representation Program, and Independent Legal Advice (ILA) Program.
For more information on the Department of Justice Victim Services please visit the following link: https://novascotia.ca/just/Victim_Services/

OUTREACH AND EDUCATION

• Preparation and delivery of public presentations
• Increase awareness of victimization and promote program/services offered
• Identify and organize program specific training and continuing education for program delivery partners

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

As the successful candidate you will have bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least one year of experience in client services in the community, with specialized exposure to the criminal justice and/or counseling fields (or an acceptable equivalent).
You are capable of managing and prioritizing a heavy workload effectively with excellent case management skills. As well you have strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to undertake delegated tasks and work independently. The competency you have developed in mediating complaints and proactively identifying and addressing the needs and concerns of the program users will be important in this role.
In addition to your strong communication skills, you will be able to actively listen and understand the unspoken or partly expressed thoughts, feelings, and concerns of others. You will put to use your experience in working with various stakeholders, including the development of program plans, reviewing and updating programs, and assisting with program evaluation.
Experience working with victims of crime is considered an asset. Understanding of first-voice, trauma-informed and intersectional service delivery approaches is also considered an asset. Previous program coordination experience considered an asset. Knowledge of applicable government legislation (i.e. Victim’s Rights and Services Act, Criminal Code of Canada, and the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights) is an asset.
We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Please refer the Job description for details