Justice and Correctional Services - Primary Youth Worker

Cree Nation Government; Oujé-Bougoumou (Land); On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cree Nation Government is seeking a Primary Youth Worker to support students referred to the Alternate Suspension Program in Ouje-Bougoumou. This permanent full-time role collaborates with schools, families, and community partners to create a structured, safe environment during suspension.

You will lead individual and group interventions, assist with reports, and help develop prevention programs while maintaining confidentiality and culturally respectful practices with Cree youth.

Qualifications

• College diploma required in social-related field.
• Three to five years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with at-risk youth populations.
• Fluency in Cree and English; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Alternate Suspension Program at the service site.
• Conduct individual and group interventions; run workshops; support schoolwork; draft reports.
• Provide general security and ensure smooth daily operations at sites.

Skills

Cree language fluency

English fluency

French (asset)

Empathy

Communication

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Customer-focused

Education

College diploma in Social Work, Criminology, Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location of Work: Ouje-Bougoumou

Status: Permanent Full-time

Closing Date: October 12, 2026

Core Functions

The Primary Youth Worker is responsible for working and intervening with the students referred to the Alternate Suspension Program and creating a structured environment to support them through their suspension period. The Primary Youth Worker also works directly with the referring schools, the students’ parent/guardian(s), and community partners in taking a collaborative approach to supporting the youth participants.

Functional Responsibilities

• Ensure availability of the Alternative Suspension Program and ensure its proper functioning for the service site.
• Hold individual and group interventions with secondary school students, run workshop sessions, support participants in their schoolwork, draft reports and assessments.
• Provide general security in service sites and ensure smooth functioning of each day/activity.
• Work closely with local organizations working with teens, especially in summer months.
• Assist in developing effective prevention programs based on the participants’ needs.

Interaction/Communication Responsibilities

• Regularly communicate with participants’ parent(s)/guardians and school administrators regarding child’s progress or issues as the case may be.
• Promote within communities the value of Alternative Suspension Program and intervention with high-risk youth by organizing activities during special community events.
• Establish contact with schools, community entities and other organizations to promote and advertise programs model.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Keep files on youth referred to the Alternative Suspension Program and document outcomes.
• Provide quarterly reports to the Coordinator on activities and programs delivered.
• Maintain and populate regularly the program database.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education

• College diploma in Social Work, Criminology, Education or related field.

Experience

• Three to five years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working with at-risk youth populations.

Language

• Fluency in verbal Cree.
• Fluency in English.
• Fluency in French is an asset.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Good knowledge and understanding of Cree culture, customs and history.
• Customer-focused and service-oriented.
• Good empathy and listening skills.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively.
• Proven ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality.
• Proven organizational skills and presentation skills.
• Strong judgment and proven ability to problem-solve.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Additional Requirements

• Typical office setting where there are no unusual physical demands.
• Willingness to work irregular hours occasionally.
• Must agree to undergo a background check.

The Cree Nation Government may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the aforementioned requirements if a suitable candidate who is a JBNQA beneficiary accepts to follow a training plan determined by the Cree Nation Government as a condition of employment.