Attendance Centre Worker

Department: CYMS
Location(s): Moosonee, Moose Factory, Cochrane, Kapuskasing, Timmins, or other designated service sites
Reports To: Supervisor – Clinical Services
Job Class: Team Member
Salary Structure: CBG07 – Collectively Bargained Grid 07
Unionized: Yes
TEER Level: 3
NOC Code: 41300

Purpose of the Role
The Attendance Centre Worker supports young people who are involved with the justice system and require structured, culturally grounded programming in the community. This role delivers interventions that promote accountability, wellness, and personal development through a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.

Grounded in Omushkego values of restoration and community belonging, this position helps youth navigate legal obligations while developing life skills, connection, and capacity to move forward.

Core Responsibilities

1. Youth Support and Supervision

• Provide direct support and supervision to youth attending the Centre under court conditions or community-based orders
• Assist in developing individualized attendance plans that include life skills, cultural activities, goal setting, and wellness check-ins
• Monitor attendance, participation, and compliance with agreed-upon expectations

2. Programming and Intervention Delivery

• Facilitate group and individual programming related to healing, communication, cultural identity, and restorative practices
• Coordinate or co-facilitate sessions on emotional regulation, relationships, employment readiness, and community engagement
• Work closely with Elders, facilitators, and community partners to support youth programming

3. Justice System Navigation

• Liaise with probation officers, court staff, and legal counsel to support youth compliance and progress
• Provide updates, reports, and progress summaries to appropriate stakeholders in line with agency protocols
• Advocate for culturally relevant alternatives to custody and contribute to diversion planning when appropriate

4. Team and Agency Participation

• Collaborate with CYMS protection, prevention, and clinical teams
• Participate in team meetings, youth service reviews, and inter-agency case planning
• Support community events, seasonal ceremonies, and youth engagement activities

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or degree in Child and Youth Work, Indigenous Justice, Social Services, or a related field; or equivalent lived/professional experience
• Experience working with youth involved in the justice system or at risk of legal involvement
• Knowledge of restorative justice, cultural healing practices, and anti-oppressive frameworks
• Strong interpersonal, de-escalation, and program facilitation skills
  Equivalency will be considered. Experience as a youth mentor, helper, or justice advocate in First Nations communities is a strong asset.

Conditions of Employment

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License
• Access to a reliable vehicle and ability to travel between sites and courts
• Compliance with all Agency policies, Collective Agreement, and youth safety protocols

Our Hiring Commitments
Payukotayno is committed to Indigenous-led services, Nation-based healing, and culturally safe workplaces. We encourage applications from First Nations individuals, especially those from Treaty 9 communities and affiliated Nations. We honour both formal qualifications and cultural/lived knowledge as valid experience.

We are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from all qualified persons, including those identifying as Two-Spirit, non-binary, LGBTQ+, francophone, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups.

Accommodations are available throughout the application process.

AODA Statement (for postings only)
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Payukotayno will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.