French Bilingual Legal Aid Worker (17 months)

**Company Bio** Legal Aid Ontario employees are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients. As an integral partner in the Justice system, working at Legal Aid Ontario is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to help people who need it the most; to ensure each client receives the access to justice afforded to them under the law. If you are looking for a new challenge in your already meaningful career with a team dedicated to justice, and innovation in a flexible and supportive work environment consider this opportunity below. **Primary function** The Legal Aid Worker (LAW) will be responsible for the initial assessment and intake of criminal and family law clients to assist in determining the appropriate service for clients, providing legal information, making referrals to services and resources, and other duties as assigned. This LAW position will provide administrative support to both family and criminal lawyers within the Toronto District, and may be required to attend various court locations and institutions within the district. Primary Location: OCJT - 10 Armoury Street Secondary Location: TRBC -2201 Finch Ave W, Toronto South Detention Centre, 21 Panorama Ct, 47 Sheppard Ave E, 311 Jarvis, TEDC (Toronto East Detention Centre) located at 55 Civic Rd, Scarborough and any other locations that Duty Counsel is providing services in the district. This position is 100% onsite at the locations listed above. The successful candidate(s) must be able to commute to the office(s) and work in person on a full‑time basis. Reporting to: Manager, Legal Services **Key accountabilities** **General** * Determine legal and financial eligibility for certificate and duty counsel services based on LAO eligibility criteria. * Triage and interview clients to: * Gather information about the client’s case; * Assess client needs, including the early identification of vulnerable clients, to determine the appropriate LAO service; * Prepare client to have a productive meeting with duty counsel; * Assist in case management procedures. * Provide basic information about the law, forms, and court process. * Perform client and certificate file management activities, including providing information to clients relating to legal aid status and court proceedings. * Provide referrals to other internal and external programs and resources. * Prepare reports and submit accounts/dockets, as required, in accordance with LAO policies. * Provide general information, including procedural legal information, both in person and remote. * Assist with training/onboarding colleagues and per diems. * Participate in working groups, pilots and LAO initiatives. * Stakeholder engagement and public legal education. * Liaise with other legal service providers, including court-based services, to ensure seamless client service. * Create systems to manage the volume of work and the ability to compile information for statistical purposes and reporting/an