Probation Officer Community Youth Worker

The Opportunity:

Do not miss this unique opportunity to become a Probation Officer/Community Youth Worker with a dedicated team of professionals in Community Corrections, La Ronge.

This fascinating and fast-paced workplace is currently seeking you if you would like to deliver services to youth and adults in Community Corrections. Each day is different in this exciting career, as you will have the opportunity to prepare court reports, complete risk assessments, develop case plans, and collaborate with community partners to provide an integrated approach to offender management and supervision in the community. You can also look forward to living in our beautiful community, where you can enjoy recreational activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, canoeing, snowmobiling, and so much more. Whether you are a recent graduate or an established professional, if you look forward to a challenging and rewarding career in addition to having a balanced lifestyle, here is your opportunity.

In this position, you are required to travel and work flexible hours, which sometimes may involve evenings. A valid driver's license is required. If you are relocating for this position, there is the opportunity for relocation reimbursement with a 2-year Promissory Note/Return Service Commitment.

This dynamic role requires that you have a working knowledge of addictions, domestic violence, poverty, disabilities, mental health, family relationships, abuse, and neglect dynamics. Also, excellent written and verbal skills, along with the ability to engage resistant individuals and the ability to accurately assess and develop plans based on client needs, are required.

To qualify, you will possess a degree from an accredited university or college; or a minimum two-year diploma, with a focus on the principles of behavioural change and other assessment skills, this would include Correctional Studies, Justice Studies, Community and Justice Services, Social Work or Mental Health; or meet the grandfathering provisions in accordance with Community Corrections qualifications. If your degree was obtained outside of Canada, you must have it assessed against Canadian education standards. Please visit Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards - Canada.ca to obtain information on the process.

You will also be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in:

• Contributing factors of criminal behaviours;

• Theories and intervention strategies including cognitive behavioural approaches; and,

• Systemic barriers that affect individuals and communities.

Apply today to experience and enjoy the balance between a rewarding career and a refreshing lifestyle.

The Ministry of Community Safety provides a fair justice system that promotes safe and secure communities; provides supervision and rehabilitative services for adult and young offenders; and ensures that effective policing programs uphold the rule of law and protect society and the rights of individuals.

• Deliver programming, case management, and targeted interventions for both adult and youth clients.
• Develop and maintain accurate, up-to-date client records, including the preparation of court reports.
• Conduct intake interviews, home and community assessments, collateral checks, and home visits.
• Complete both generalized and specialized risk assessments to determine appropriate risk-need-responsivity interventions.
• Implement risk management strategies, risk reduction techniques, and Core Correctional Practices.
• Collaborate with government ministries and community agencies to ensure coordinated, needs-based service delivery for offenders and their families.

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

You will also be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in:

• Contributing factors of criminal behaviours;

• Theories and intervention strategies, including cognitive behavioural approaches, and

• Systemic barriers that affect individuals and communities.

This position is required to travel and work flexible hours, which sometimes may involve evenings. A valid driver’s license is required.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level C)
• Critical Thinking (Level C)
• Digital Skills (Level C)
• Interacting with Others (Level C)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)
• Managing Self (Level C)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
• Data Literacy (Level C)
• Influence (Level C)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.