Career Opportunities
Legal Advocate – Part Time
COMPETITION NO. 17-115
POSITION: Legal Advocate – Part Time
CURRENT LOCATION: Legal Information and Advocacy Program – Surrey
CURRENT HOURS: 28 hours per week
POSITION SUMMARY: To screen and identify client’s legal issues; provide advocacy and information to women as it pertains to their family law issues.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Post Secondary education/or equivalent training and education in Criminology, Psychology, Sociology or Family Law or a related social services program
- Two years experience working in a related field
- Good understanding of Family Law and working knowledge of Poverty and Immigration law
- Knowledge of community resources and other social service agencies
- Knowledge of Legal Services policies and procedures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to speak Punjabi would be an asset
- Ability to work effectively with women who are experiencing a wide range of sensitive issues
- Ability to take initiative, identify urgent work items and set priorities
- Must have a valid BC Drivers License and access to a vehicle
- Clear criminal record check required
START DATE: As soon as possible
SALARY: $18-$20 per hour
BENEFITS: As per benefits package
CLOSING DATE: October 13, 2017
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO:
RAM SIDHU PROGRAM MANAGER
rsidhu@sourcesbc.ca Fax: 778-565-3639