Disclosure Clerk
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Complete access to information and disclosure requests from individuals, agencies, and legal representatives, including adoption disclosure, in accordance with the applicable policies, procedures, legislation (i.e. CYFSA, PHIPA), and timelines.
- Use redaction software as required and provide verbal and/or written summaries as directed by Legal Counsel.
- Collect required documents from requestors, such as signed consents, proof of substitute decision maker status, and identity confirmation prior to releasing the file.
- Conduct record checks on agency and provincial databases, as required.
- Communicate with staff, disclosure clients and external agencies, as required.
- Maintain and update documentation and case notes in applicable databases.
- Maintain tracking system for disclosure and access to information requests and completions.
- Perform legal clerk duties, including serving and filing court documents, preparing court forms, liaising with opposing parties, counsel and the court, and other legal clerk administrative duties as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Will Bring:
- Accredited College Diploma in Paralegal or Law Clerk or University degree in related field.
- Two (2) years’ experience in a related field working with legal disclosures.
- Experience working within Child Welfare and/or Indigenous Child-Wellbeing setting would be an asset.
- Knowledge of the privacy provisions of the CYFSA and child protection proceedings. Knowledge of privacy legislation and practice in Ontario, including PHIPA.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive information and adhere strictly to privacy and confidentiality policies and practices.
- Demonstrated superior attention to detail and sound judgement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. An ability to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals (i.e. lawyers, service providers, clients, etc.).
- Thorough understanding of the importance of equity and of addressing systemic oppression.
- Proficient with technology, including Adobe and Microsoft Suite. Demonstrated experience with file management systems.
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About Jewish Family and Children's Services
Since 1850, JFCS of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties has provided comprehensive, caring social services to Bay Area residents of all ages and faiths. We help people solve personal problems--from cradle to rocking chair--in order to strengthen the individual, strengthen the family and strengthen the community.
Mission Statement
Jewish Family and Children's Services exists to provide professional and volunteer services for the purposes of developing, restoring and maintaining the competency of families and individuals of all ages.
Traditionally, Jewish Family and Children's agencies carry a special responsibility within the Jewish community for reaching out to children, the aged, those with special needs, the alienated and the dependent, and for the resettlement and acculturation of refugees and immigrants.
As part of the network of Jewish community services, the Agency helps promote Jewish continuity through the provision of preventive, educational, therapeutic and supportive services, within the context of historic Jewish values, emphasizing inter-generational ties and community responsibility.
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Disclosure Clerk
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Complete access to information and disclosure requests from individuals, agencies, and legal representatives, including adoption disclosure, in accordance with the applicable policies, procedures, legislation (i.e. CYFSA, PHIPA), and timelines.
- Use redaction software as required and provide verbal and/or written summaries as directed by Legal Counsel.
- Collect required documents from requestors, such as signed consents, proof of substitute decision maker status, and identity confirmation prior to releasing the file.
- Conduct record checks on agency and provincial databases, as required.
- Communicate with staff, disclosure clients and external agencies, as required.
- Maintain and update documentation and case notes in applicable databases.
- Maintain tracking system for disclosure and access to information requests and completions.
- Perform legal clerk duties, including serving and filing court documents, preparing court forms, liaising with opposing parties, counsel and the court, and other legal clerk administrative duties as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Will Bring:
- Accredited College Diploma in Paralegal or Law Clerk or University degree in related field.
- Two (2) years’ experience in a related field working with legal disclosures.
- Experience working within Child Welfare and/or Indigenous Child-Wellbeing setting would be an asset.
- Knowledge of the privacy provisions of the CYFSA and child protection proceedings. Knowledge of privacy legislation and practice in Ontario, including PHIPA.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive information and adhere strictly to privacy and confidentiality policies and practices.
- Demonstrated superior attention to detail and sound judgement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. An ability to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals (i.e. lawyers, service providers, clients, etc.).
- Thorough understanding of the importance of equity and of addressing systemic oppression.
- Proficient with technology, including Adobe and Microsoft Suite. Demonstrated experience with file management systems.
Not the right fit? Search for Disclosure Clerk jobs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
About Jewish Family and Children's Services
Since 1850, JFCS of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties has provided comprehensive, caring social services to Bay Area residents of all ages and faiths. We help people solve personal problems--from cradle to rocking chair--in order to strengthen the individual, strengthen the family and strengthen the community.
Mission Statement
Jewish Family and Children's Services exists to provide professional and volunteer services for the purposes of developing, restoring and maintaining the competency of families and individuals of all ages.
Traditionally, Jewish Family and Children's agencies carry a special responsibility within the Jewish community for reaching out to children, the aged, those with special needs, the alienated and the dependent, and for the resettlement and acculturation of refugees and immigrants.
As part of the network of Jewish community services, the Agency helps promote Jewish continuity through the provision of preventive, educational, therapeutic and supportive services, within the context of historic Jewish values, emphasizing inter-generational ties and community responsibility.