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Criminal Courtworker
@ Native Counselling Services of Alberta
High Level, Alberta
Overview
Native Counselling Services of Alberta is hiring a full-time Criminal Court Worker in Alberta to guide, advocate for and support Indigenous individuals in criminal court proceedings. The role includes court preparation, explaining procedures and making community referrals. Starting salary is $50,000 plus a Northern Allowance, with a closing date of November 20, 2026.
Responsibilities:
- Help clients prepare for court appearances and gather documents
- Provide advocacy and explain court procedures and legal terms
- Refer clients to community supports and programs
Requirements summary:
- Working knowledge of Indigenous communities, cultures and healing
- Understanding of historic trauma and colonization
- Degree or diploma in human services, or extensive multi-barrier experience
- Reliable vehicle with required liability insurance
- Current criminal record and child intervention checks
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Human services |
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Native Counselling Services of Alberta
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Full company description
NCSA has been providing programs and services designed and delivered for Indigenous people, by Indigenous people in Alberta for over 50 years. We started by providing Courtworker assistance with the goal of attaining fair and equitable treatment for Indigenous people across the province. A National Leader Over the years, NCSA has evolved to meet the needs of Indigenous people who often feel alienated by complex legal and court procedures. Our family and youth programs, family, youth and criminal Indigenous Courtwork programs, two correctional institutions for Indigenous offenders (Buffalo Sage Wellness House and Stan Daniels Healing Centre), and BearPaw Media and Education position NCSA as a leader in the development of restorative justice models and practices for Indigenous people. NCSA's 40+ year history of producing high quality Indigenous training and resource production/distribution is unparalleled by any other organization. NCSA is a non-profit, non-political, Indigenous organization that has no religious affiliations. It is registered under the Societies Act of Alberta.
- LinkedIn followers
- 972
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 87
- Reported office locations
- 14904 121A Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5V 1A3, CA
- Business categories
- Charity
- Non Profit
- Social
- Other recorded names
- Native Counselling Services of Alberta
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- No
- Reported total investment
- 70,219
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NCSA has been providing programs and services designed and delivered for Indigenous people, by Indigenous people in Alberta for over 50 years. We started by providing Courtworker assistance with the goal of attaining fair and equitable treatment for Indigenous people across the province. A National Leader Over the years, NCSA has evolved to meet the needs of Indigenous people who often feel alienated by complex…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Individual and Family Services |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1970 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 14 |
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CRIMINAL COURT WORKER
Full-Time Position- High Level, Alberta
Closing date: November 20th.2026
Native Counselling Services of Alberta’s mission is to promote the resilience of the indigenous 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) court workers are in various locations within Alberta. The Indigenous courts are available to provide ongoing supports to individuals at no financial costs. The criminal court worker plays a vital role in supporting individuals involved in the criminal justice system by providing guidance, advocacy and support during court proceedings. The court worker offers practical assistance and referrals, contributing to fairer outcomes and promotes the well being of vulnerable individuals.
Specific responsibilities will include the following:
Specific responsibilities include the following:
- Assist clients in preparing for court appearances by helping them gather necessary documents and understanding of their options.
- Provide direct support and advocacy to clients in criminal court, including explaining court procedures and legal terminology.
- To make the appropriate referrals where applicable to other community supports and programs that clients may access.
Our ideal candidate would have the following qualifications:
- In-depth experience and working knowledge of Indigenous communities, cultures, healing and language.
- Demonstrated understanding of historic trauma and the impact of colonization on Indigenous people.
- Possess degree or diploma in human services and/or extensive working experience with multi-barrier individuals.
- Understanding of the operations of service systems-within the housing sector, Alberta Works and Income Supports, Justice and Community Services is an asset
- Proficient working knowledge of database and information technology.
- Excellent interpersonal relations, conflict resolution, leadership and time management.
- Ability to seek out and build relationships with individuals, families, team members and community partners.
- Show a demonstrated commitment to NCSA Mission, values and guidelines.
- Must have a reliable vehicle with required liability insurance to use your vehicle for work and provide current criminal record check, child intervention checks to maintain employment.
Starting salary based on experience - $50,000.00 plus Northern Allowance
Please forward your resume and cover letter to:
Marg Milicevic, Manager, Human Resource
Email: [email protected]
Thank you for your interest in joining the NCSA team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 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.
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