Facility Youth Worker

Wascana; Regina; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul Dojack Youth Facility seeks a Facility Youth Worker to safeguard youth offenders and support positive change in their lives within a secure setting. You will assess needs, deliver programs, and manage cases while upholding policy and safety standards.

The role requires strong communication, critical thinking, and collaboration across teams, with a focus on trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices. A high school diploma and related experience are expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required, with social sciences or related experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret and apply policy, legislation, and procedures accurately.
• Proficiency with office software and case-management systems.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for safety and security of youth offenders in correctional settings.
• Provide assessment, counselling, program delivery, and case management.
• Work with youth who may have trauma, special needs, and diverse cultural beliefs.
• Interpret and apply legislation, policy, and procedures accurately.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support youth.
• Continuously assess risk to make sound, timely decisions.
• Prevent, respond to, and resolve incidents with safe interventions.

Skills

Critical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Cultural responsiveness

Adaptability

Resilience

Computer proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Social sciences / correctional studies experience

Tools

Computer systems proficiency

Job description

Paul Dojack Youth Facility is hiring and invites you to join our team!

Facility Youth Workersare professionals who work directly with youth offenders aged 12 to 17, holding them accountable and supporting positive change in their lives, while maintaining the safe and secure operation of the facility.

As a Facility Youth Worker, you will:

• Be responsible for the safety and security of youth offenders in various correctional settings;
• Provide assessment, counselling, program delivery, and case management;
• Work closely with youthwho may have intergenerational trauma, special needs, gender differences, and various cultural and spiritual beliefs;
• Accurately interpret and apply legislation, policy, and procedures;
• Apply a collaborative approach that promotes interdisciplinary teamwork;
• Continuously assess situational factors and evaluate the level of risk, to make sound and appropriate decisions; and
• Prevent, respond to, and resolve incidents, using the safest and most reasonable intervention strategies.

Ideal Candidate

As our successful candidate, you will have:

• Knowledge of adolescent development and behaviour to support positive change;
• A valid Saskatchewan issued Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent;
• A valid First Aid and CPR/AED certificate with no less than 12 months remaining before expiration is required prior to the ITP start date;
• The ability to verbally and in writing present clear, concise, timely, and accurate information;
• Critical thinking skills to exercise sound judgment, solve problems, and apply appropriate interventions;
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills;
• The ability to be a collaborative and supportive team player;
• An inclusive, non-judgmental, and culturally responsiveapproach;
• The ability to be adaptable and resilient in times of change, uncertainty, and stress; and
• Proficiency with various computer systems, software, and programs.

Typically, the requirements for success in this position are completion of a High School diploma and/or experience/education in the social sciences, correctional services, or similar discipline.