Youth Justice Officer: Flexible Locum in Family & Children

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Town of Kensington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in social services is seeking a Youth Justice Officer in Kensington to support young people involved with the youth justice system. The role requires managing a caseload, delivering interventions, and preparing statutory reports. Candidates should be qualified social workers with significant experience in youth justice and strong knowledge of related legislation. This position offers flexible locum arrangements, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work within a supportive team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Locum Flexibility

Competitive Pay

Varied Experience

Supportive Team

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker, Probation Officer, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Significant experience in Youth Justice.
• Strong understanding of the Crime & Disorder Act 1998 and youth justice legislation.
• Experience producing statutory reports such as Pre‑Sentence Reports and AssetPlus assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of young people on statutory court orders.
• Deliver strengths-based, systemic interventions with young people.
• Prepare Pre-Sentence Reports and court assessments.
• Represent the Youth Offending Team in court.

Skills

Experience in Youth Justice

Skilled in multi-agency working

Strong understanding of youth justice legislation

Ability to build positive relationships with families

Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches

Education

Qualified Social Worker or equivalent

Job description

A leading agency in social services is seeking a Youth Justice Officer in Kensington to support young people involved with the youth justice system. The role requires managing a caseload, delivering interventions, and preparing statutory reports. Candidates should be qualified social workers with significant experience in youth justice and strong knowledge of related legislation. This position offers flexible locum arrangements, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work within a supportive team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community.