Consider a rewarding career in Correctional Services and join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals in custody and keeping our communities safe.

We are currently seeking a Volunteer Services Coordinator to develop, co-ordinate, and implement the Volunteer Services Program at the Central North Correctional Centre.

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What can I expect to do in this role?

• Identify volunteer program needs in consultation with program heads as well as plan, develop and implement approved programs
• Monitor and evaluate established programs in relation to institutional goals and inmates needs
• Co-ordinate the recruitment, screening, orientation, training, placement and supervision of volunteers and monitor their performance
• Ensure volunteers adhere to Ministry standards, policies and procedures as well as identify and resolve routine and complex problems
• Orient new volunteers and promote programs through on-going communication
• Work closely with volunteers and inmates in running the institution's programs as well as monitor their participation in activities
• Act in the role of Elections Liaison Officer for the Provincial/Federal/ Municipal Elections, and assist inmates with the voting process
• Liaise with institutional staff in the administration of the programs
• Other duties as assigned

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How do I qualify?

Specialized Knowledge and Experience

• You have demonstrated knowledge and experience with volunteer programming, recruitment and adult training techniques, and program management
• You have knowledge of volunteer motivational theories in order to place volunteers in appropriate and meaningful assignments
• You have knowledge of community agencies and resources to identify and arrange the appropriate volunteer resources
• You have supervisory skills to recruit, train, motivate, and monitor the performance of volunteers as well as manage the administration of the program

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You can explain and promote the institution's programs to the public, inmates, and volunteers as well as prepare and deliver presentations
• You are able to establish and maintain relationships with various stakeholders
• You have writing skills to draft brochures, correspondence, and reports
• You have demonstrated tact and diplomacy in order to appropriately handle requests and complaints

Evaluative, Analytical, Reasoning and Problem-Solving Skills

• You are able to determine inmates' program needs based on input from institutional staff and inmates
• You can analyze gaps in services, recommend changes, develop new programs, as well as resolve issues/concerns
• You are able to assess suitability when screening applicants for the program

Other Skills

• You are able to acquire knowledge of and comply with relevant legislation (i.e. Ministry of Correctional Services Act, Criminal Code of Canada, Child and Family Services Act) in order to train and supervise professional agencies and volunteers
• You are able to understand corporate policies, directive and administrative procedures to ensure safety and security of the institution
• You are proficient with various computer software applications and database systems to prepare reports, develop program proposals and correspondence, and maintain statistics

Additional Information:

Note:

• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
  
  Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.
  
  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
• At this time, all employees working in congregate living settings are required to provide proof they are fully vaccinated, meaning they are fully vaccinated as defined by the Ministry of Health (refer to: COVID-19 Fully Vaccinated Status in Ontario), including 14 calendar days have passed since receiving their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
  
  Employees who do not provide proof of full vaccination will be deemed ‘not vaccinated' under the Employer's policy and will be required to attend a vaccine education program, as determined by the Employer. Employees who are not vaccinated under the policy with a valid medical exemption will not be required to attend a vaccine education program. All employees working in congregate living settings must undergo regular rapid antigen testing, regardless of vaccination status.