About UsDepartment of Opportunities and Social Development (OSD) provides programs including Child and Family Wellbeing, Employment Support Services, Income Assistance, Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Disability Support Program.About Our OpportunityWood Street Campus is a specialized treatment and care setting for children in the care of the Minister of OSD. The campus operates 24/7. We are hiring Youth Workers to support day‑to‑day care, treatment programming, recreation, and community connection.Primary AccountabilitiesBuilding supportive, professional relationships with children and youth grounded in respect and trauma‑informed practice.Supporting the development and delivery of life skills, recreation, leisure, and therapeutic programming tailored to individual strengths and needs.Contributing to individualized treatment plans, case planning, progress documentation, and day‑to‑day stabilization supports.Supporting children and youth in classroom, on campus, and community settings, including appointments, outings, and transitions when required.Using prevention, de‑escalation, and intervention strategies to respond safely and in a therapeutic manner during periods of heightened stress, conflict, or crisis.Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, guardians, service providers, and community partners to support continuity of care for children residing at Wood Street Campus.Maintaining accurate, timely, and professional written records and contributing to team communication and case discussions.Supporting orientation and transition planning for children, youth, and families receiving services from the team at Wood Street Campus.Qualifications and ExperienceCompleted a bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Psychology, Counselling, Sociology, Criminology, Human Services, Community Studies, Education, Disability Studies, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Notice to Pending Graduates: applicants who expect to graduate from a related program within the next few months are encouraged to apply.Understand child and youth development, trauma‑informed care and relationship‑based practice, group care dynamics,



and short‑term stabilization. Be able to balance structure, objective documentation and safety with an empathic and supportive approach to children and youth.The ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.Strong communication, relationship‑building, and conflict resolution skills.Sound judgment and the ability to make timely decisions in dynamic or high‑pressure situations.Skilled boundaries, discretion, and the ability to manage confidential information appropriately.Strong written documentation and report‑writing skills.Comfortable using common workplace technology such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams or similar platforms.The Following Experience Would Be Considered An AssetDirect work with children, youth, or families in a group care setting, treatment program, child and family wellbeing, education, outreach, mental health, addiction, disability support, justice, or community‑based settings.Experience supporting individuals with complex behaviours, developmental trauma, mental health concerns, substance use, or disabilities.Experience with case management systems, shift documentation, incident reporting, or related administrative systems.Training or experience in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI), suicide intervention, first aid/CPR, and mental health crisis response.EquivalencyRecognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Directly related experience may include paid or unpaid work in child and youth care, group living, child and family wellbeing, school‑based support, community outreach, disability support, mental health, addictions, recreation programming,



or other high‑support care environments.Completed 2‑year diploma in Child and Youth Care, Social Services, Human Services, Community Studies, Addictions and Mental Health, Disability Support or another related field, combined with at least 2 years of directly related experience.At least 4 years of directly related experience supporting children and youth with complex needs or in crisis‑response settings.BenefitsMeaningful work with direct and lasting impact on children and youth.An engaged, team‑based environment where collaboration, respect, and safety matter.Access to training, tools, and development opportunities that support growth at every career stage.Exposure to interdisciplinary practice and a broad range of career paths within the Government of Nova Scotia.A workplace that values inclusion, continuous learning, and service to Nova Scotians.Working ConditionsWood Street Campus operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Youth Workers are required to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs.The role is performed in a treatment environment that may include secured areas. It can be physically and emotionally demanding, and employees are trained and supported to use approved safety and crisis intervention practices.Success requires resilience, professionalism, self‑awareness, and the ability to work effectively in situations involving urgency, change, and emotional complexity.Additional InformationMust have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel when required.Employment Equity StatementThe Government of Nova Scotia welcomes applications from Indigenous Peoples, African Nova Scotians, Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under‑represented.Accommodation StatementCommitted to an inclusive recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. Contact [email protected] for accommodation requests.Pay Grade and SalaryPay Grade: PR 04 - PR 11Salary Range: $1,946.91 - $3,147.01 bi‑weekly#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 All Nations Youth Safe House Youth Worker- F/T, Overnight Shift - $24.5 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 All Nations Youth Safe House
📍 Winnipeg