Caseworker

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An employment service organization is seeking a Caseworker for a permanent full-time position in Sioux Lookout, Ontario. This role focuses on supporting youth who come into conflict with the law, providing intensive services to promote accountability within their families and communities. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in social work, including skills in assessment and counselling.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability in working with adolescents and families.
• Experience with legislative frameworks and agency policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive and rehabilitative services to youth.
• Support youth in accountability within their communities and families.

Skills

Assessment and counselling skills

Knowledge of legislation and agency policies

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ontario Driver’s License

First Aid and CPR Certification

Education

H.B.S.W. or Social Service Worker diploma

Job description

POSITION STATUS:

Seeking to fill 1 permanent full time position to begin ASAP. This position focuses on servicing youth in the Sioux Lookout area who come into conflict with the law. Youth are supported to be accountable within the context of their family, community, as well as their victim(s); the Caseworker would provide services that are frequent, intensive, and rehabilitative.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Skills and demonstrated ability in the provision of assessment, counselling and group work for adolescents and families
• Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation, agency policies and procedures
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and use of a vehicle
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• H.B.S.W. plus minimum three (3) years related experience and be a member in good standing of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Social Service Worker plus two (2) years of experience may be considered
• Candidates with other qualifications and related work experience may be considered

SALARY: $32.41-$37.87

William W. Creighton Youth Services is deeply committed to building an inclusive and representative workforce. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and those with diverse abilities, cultures and lived experiences. FILE # 10-27-2025