Case Manager

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.

Under the guidance of the Classification Officer, the Case Manager provides direction & oversight to Correctional Caseworkers in the management of client case files, program identification and release planning. The incumbent ensures adherence to restorative practices and established guidelines & principles, for the safe and secure custody of clients, while encouraging rehabilitation and reintegration by assisting them with their programming needs.

This position is based out of the Aaqqigiarvik Correctional Healing Facility in Iqaluit and is part of the facility’s Case Management Team. The Case Manager will also work with clients to help problem solve issues that arise from their incarceration, lead the facility’s monthly remission awards process, and assist in release planning and community consultation for all Temporary Releases.

The Case Manager is responsible for Review Client Risk Needs Assessments, Monthly Progress Reports, Remand Custody Reports, Client Release Plans and Block Summaries for completeness. Additionally, they will assist staff liaising with various community organizations for the coordination of client temporary absence and early release considerations. The Case Manager will evaluate the implementation of the case plan and progress of clients and provide input on individual case plans taking place at the institution. The incumbent will receive training to enable them to facilitate programs for clients in the Correctional facility. These programs can include but are not limited to alternatives to violence, substance abuse, parenting, grief & loss. Acting as liaison with both provincial and federal counterparts as well non-profit societies the incumbent will maintain current knowledge of community resources such as nurses, social workers, mental health specialist and community justice committees.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a High School Diploma, or equivalent such as (PASS, GED, etc.) coupled with two (2) years corrections facility experience. Additional certifications include a successful completion of Corrections Career Development (JIBC 1, 2, 3) or equivalent, current First Aid and CPR certification and a Class 5 driver’s license is required.

Strong verbal and written communication skills is required. This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Ability to communicate in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages is an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to IqaluitApplications@gov.nu.ca. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.

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