Flexible Youth & Family Practitioner – Turnaround

Oxfordshire County Council; Town of Oxford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in Nova Scotia is seeking a dedicated Youth and Family Practitioner to support the Turnaround Programme within its Youth Justice Service. The role involves case management, assessment writing, and direct support to at-risk youth aged 10-17 and their families. Ideal candidates will have a professional qualification in social work or a related field, along with a strong understanding of child development and the ability to coordinate with multiple agencies. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Culture of flexible working

Up to 33 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Local and national discounts for shopping and travel

Great learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in producing high-quality written assessments and plans.
• Ability to coordinate multi-agency planning effectively.
• Experience working within youth services or similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the Turnaround Programme within Youth Justice Service.
• Conduct case-management including assessment and direct intervention.
• Work in partnership with statutory and voluntary/community services.

Skills

Experience in case management

Understanding of child development

Effective communication skills

Ability to work with vulnerable families

Education

Relevant professional qualification in social work or related field

Job description

A local government body in Nova Scotia is seeking a dedicated Youth and Family Practitioner to support the Turnaround Programme within its Youth Justice Service. The role involves case management, assessment writing, and direct support to at-risk youth aged 10-17 and their families. Ideal candidates will have a professional qualification in social work or a related field, along with a strong understanding of child development and the ability to coordinate with multiple agencies. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in young people's lives.