Probation Officer / Community Youth Worker - HUM014217

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, dog sledding, cross-country skiing, 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 our welcoming community of La Ronge.

Whether it is in a plane or operating a vehicle, you can also look forward to exploring visually stunning northern Saskatchewan, as there will be some travel. The ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings, and having a valid driver’s license are requirements of this rewarding career. If you are relocating for this position, there is 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. As well, 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 is 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.

For more information on our recreational paradise, La Ronge, please visit: https://www.laronge.ca/

The Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public 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.