Paul Dojack Youth Facility is hiring and invites you to join our team!

Facility Youth Workersare professionals who work directly with youth offenders aged 12 to 17, holding them accountable and supporting positive change in their lives, while maintaining the safe and secure operation of the facility.

As a Facility Youth Worker, you will:

Be responsible for the safety and security of youth offenders in various correctional settings;

Provide assessment, counselling, program delivery, and case management;

Work closely with youthwho may have intergenerational trauma, special needs, gender differences, and various cultural and spiritual beliefs;

Accurately interpret and apply legislation, policy, and procedures;

Apply a collaborative approach that promotes interdisciplinary teamwork;

Continuously assess situational factors and evaluate the level of risk, to make sound and appropriate decisions; and

Prevent, respond to, and resolve incidents, using the safest and most reasonable intervention strategies.

Ideal Candidate
As our successful candidate, you will have:





Knowledge of adolescent development and behaviour to support positive change;

A valid Saskatchewan issued Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent;

A valid First Aid and CPR/AED certificate with no less than 12 months remaining before expiration is required prior to the ITP start date;

The ability to verbally and in writing present clear, concise, timely, and accurate information;

Critical thinking skills to exercise sound judgment, solve problems, and apply appropriate interventions;

Solid organizational, analytical, and time management skills;

The ability to be a collaborative and supportive team player;

An inclusive, non-judgmental, and culturally responsiveapproach;

The ability to be adaptable and resilient in times of change, uncertainty, and stress; and

Proficiency with various computer systems, software, and programs.

Typically, the requirements for success in this position are completion of a High School diploma and/or experience/education in the social sciences, correctional services, or similar discipline.

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📌 Facility Youth Worker (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Wascana
📍 Saskatchewan