Bernadette McCann House

Family Court Support Caseworker - Full Time Contract

Contract is from December 2026 - April 2028
5 days a week
75 hours bi-weekly
$25.22 / hour
Closing date: Novemebr 23, 2026 at noon

Reporting to the Outreach Supervisor, the Family Court Support Caseworker provides direct service to male & female victims of domestic violence involved in the family court process.

Responsibilities of this position:

• Supporting clients through legal aid process, lawyer's requests, assistance with court documentaton, and referrals to other services
• Educaiton and support regarding domestic violence
• Crisis intervention
• Safety planing
• Client advocacy
• Group facilitation

Required qualifications include:

• Graduate of a post-secondary program in social sciences or related field
• Thorough understanding of the issue of violence and Family Court process.
• Excellent documentation skills and knowledge of community agencies and resources.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively both as a team member and independently.
• Valid driver's license and access to a car
• Bilingualism an asset

BMH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applications requiring accommodation should contact Administration 613-732-7776.

Interested candidates can email their resume to:
Leigh Sweeney, Execuitive Director
wssshs@wsssbmh.org

*Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Relief Residential Caseworker

Reporting to the Residential Supervisor, this position provides direct service to abused women and their children in a residential setting, involving crisis intervention and client advocacy. This is a casual position, on an “as needed basis only”. Weekend and shift work required.

Required qualifications include: graduate of a post secondary program in social sciences or related field; a thorough understanding of the issue of violence against women, and the impact on child witnesses; experience in crisis intervention, and proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively both as a team member and independently. Ability to speak and write in both English & French (preferred) valid driver’s licence and access to a car (preferred).

Mail to:

Leigh Sweeney, Executive Director
Bernadette McCann House
P.O. Box 244, Pembroke, Ontario K8A 6X3
Fax: (613) 732-8667

Email to:

wssshs@wsssbmh.org

*Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BMH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applications requiring accommodation should contact Administration 613-732-7776.