Youth Worker 1-4

2 weeks ago

Waterville, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Justice

**Location**:WATERVILLE

**Type of Employment**:Relief

**Union Status**:Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

**Closing Date**:31-Jul-23 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
The Correctional Services division of the Department of Justice contributes to the maintenance of a just, peaceful and safe society by administering and operating community and custody-based programs and services for adult offenders and young persons.

Nova Scotia Correctional Services offers:

- Professional, well-trained and motivated staff
- Integrated, focused and equitable program and service delivery
- Responsive programs and services for offenders and the public

We are leaders in delivering a high standard of services to achieve positive change. We develop partnerships and use integrated information and communication systems to provide a safe, secure, healthy and supportive environment for offenders and staff. Our Division takes pride in using creativity, innovation and integrity in decision making and the achievement of our goals and objectives.

**About Our Opportunity**:
As a Youth Worker, you are responsible for assisting with the care, custody and control of young persons in a secure facility for youth. This work occurs on a shift basis.

Youth workers plan, organize and implement a variety of programs and services to meet the needs of assigned young persons. This includes such activities as facilitating individual and group program activities in the community, and coordinating comprehensive orientation for new residents. You will develop and implement effective individualized case plans for assigned young persons, and prepare administrative reports related to young offender management, such as custodial progress reports for review of dispositions of the youth court.

As a Youth Worker, you are accountable for maintaining institutional security requirements and ensuring residents comply with rules and regulations. You will serve as a role model for young persons and must demonstrate an approach toward the young person which is compatible with the institution's goals as well as an understanding of the issues and challenges facing these youths.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
You possess a Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, Education or Recreation), and direct experience in youth orientated program delivery, preferably in a correctional setting. An acceptable equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.

Having a First Aid/CPR certificate will be an asset.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

**Equivalency**:
**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.

**Additional Information**:
Relief employees fill gaps in the schedule and replace full time employees when operational requirements demand as determined by the Employer. As a relief employee there is no guarantee of hours.

**What We Offer**:

- Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
- Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
- Countless career paths
- Department specific flexible working schedules

**Pay Grade**: PR 04 Hourly

**Salary Range**: $25.21 - $40.76 Hourly

**Employment Equity Statement**:
Please note: when competing for vacancies, a successful Temporary, Term or Permanent Relief Employee who is currently employed with the Province will maintain their bargaining unit status, seniority and benefit level at the new workplace.

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