Diversion Officer
Core
Support individuals navigating pathways away from substance use and justice involvement through therapeutic support, advocacy, and community connection.
Role type
Diversion Officer (Case Management & Court Support)
Builds
Regional diversion initiatives including AOD diversion, cannabis intervention, police diversion, and youth pre-sentence programs
Domain
Social Services / Justice System / Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Treatment
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Case management, individual counselling, advocacy, trauma-informed practice, culturally secure practice, court process support, assessment preparation, stakeholder collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience with Aboriginal communities, strengths-based practice, independent work in regional settings
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Conduct AOD assessments for diversion program suitability, provide individual counselling and mentoring, prepare court recommendations, coordinate regional diversion initiatives, support client engagement with treatment and education, maintain client records and program data
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC