Youth Justice Counsellor

arc programs; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Kelowna is seeking a full-time Youth Justice Counsellor to join their Choices Program. The role involves providing case management and counseling to high-risk young offenders. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in crisis intervention. The position offers a salary between $27.00 - $30.50 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package upon successful completion of probation.

Benefits

Full benefits package

3 weeks paid vacation

Paid sick days

Qualifications

• Experience working with high-risk youth or young offenders.
• Ability to develop individualized service plans.
• Familiarity with community resources and support services.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and service planning interviews.
• Develop individualized service plans with other stakeholders.
• Monitor youth compliance with probation orders.
• Support youth in accessing community services.
• Provide behavioral intervention and counseling.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Cultural safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Services or related discipline

CYC Certificate

Job description

Overview

arc programs exists to create thriving communities, free of systemic barriers and full of belonging, equity, and hope. We have a bold vision to ensure everyone in our communities feels connected and cared for, and we are excited to be expanding our team to help us accelerate our impact!

We\'re Hiring! arc programs is accepting applications for a full-time Youth Justice Counsellor to join the Choices Program, based out of our downtown office located in Kelowna, BC.

The Youth Justice Counsellor will provide skilled intervention and case management support services to high-risk young offenders. The counsellor will provide counselling and support youth to address factors contributing to their criminal behaviour and assist in implementing an integrated case management plan and engaging in community services.

Hours / Schedule:

• Full-time, Permanent Position
• Based on 38-hour work week

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and service planning interviews with referred youth, and their families if appropriate. Participate in Integrated Case Management team conferences.
• Cooperate with Youth Probation staff, youth, parents, and other service providers in developing individualized service plans (ISPs) for all program participants.
• Assist Youth Probation in monitoring youth compliance with their probation order conditions and provide support to youth in identifying and addressing barriers to complying with their orders.
• Provide support, orientation, and encouragement to youth in engaging in needed community services, as per the ISP.
• Provide supervision and behavioural intervention services for youth to improve functioning in the community.
• Provide counselling and support to youth in developing age-appropriate life skills while engaging in recreational activities with program participants, as per the goals of the ISP.
• Provide family, mediation, and parenting support as per the goals of their ISP.
• Write client intake reports (comprehensive assessment/interpretive summary, ISP\’s, letter re brief service, etc.), program transition/discharge reports, and provide other case administration procedures as per program guidelines and time frames.
• Work to support the best interest of the child (or youth) by providing a touchstone for decision-making, individualized service planning, integrated case management, and resolving conflicts or complaints.
• Liaison with MCFD Youth Probation staff and other community service providers to facilitate the coordination and integration of services for program participants.
• Provide Curfew Check services (Kelowna staff) on a rotating basis, as per the program description.
• Provide services that promote cultural safety and are respectful of clients\' different cultures and diversity issues.

Preferred Education and Experience

Candidates for this position will possess sufficient training and experience to perform all responsibilities of the job description.

• A BSW or a bachelor\’s degree in Social Services, Criminology, or related discipline (BSW, CYC, etc.) is preferred.
• BA in Psychology with 2 years\' experience.
• CYC Certificate with 3 years related experience.
• 4 years combination of professional-specific training and related experience.

Other Requirements

• Must have a valid BC Driver\'s License, regional insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle.
• Must undergo a screening process, including a criminal record search.

Wage / Benefits

$27.00 - $30.50 per hour, based on relevant experience and education.

Upon successful completion of a probationary period, full-time employees (minimum 20 hours per week) are eligible for a full benefits package (including dental plan, vision coverage, life insurance, extended medical coverage, long-term disability plan, and RRSP or TFSA contributions).

New full-time employees are eligible for 3 weeks paid vacation to start, as well as paid sick days as described in agency policy.

Why we\'re an employer of choice

arc programs is an equal-opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and ensure everyone on the team demonstrates cultural safety and sensitivity of all populations we serve. We are inclusive, use an anti-oppressive lens, and support continuous learning, diverse perspectives, and meaningful engagement with Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.

Discover more about our agency services and work culture at arcprograms.com.

If you feel a connection to our values and work, we\'d love to hear from you!

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We appreciate your interest, but kindly note that due to the high number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We acknowledge that arc programs is situated on the ancestral, traditional and unceded territories of the Syilx peoples in the Okanagan and West Kootenay regions. We also acknowledge the Métis peoples and the Inuit who reside in these regions.