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Relief Youth Worker

2 months ago

Waterville, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time
About the Role

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Relief Youth Worker to join our team in the Correctional Services division of the Department of Justice. As a Relief Youth Worker, you will play a critical role in the safe and secure custody, control, and supervision of sentenced and remanded persons in custody in a youth correctional centre.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide dynamic supervision of youth in custody and ensure their safety and security.
  • Participate in the case management of youth in custody, including approving and arranging professional and personal visits, and escorting youth in custody within the facility and in the community.
  • Respond to youth complaints and requests, and assist youth in the completion of forms and other tasks.
  • Supervise facility cleaning by youth, supervise persons in custody trustees on outside work detail, and submit maintenance work orders as required.
  • Advise youth of available programs and refer them to programs as needed, and support persons in custody program work in the living units.
  • Record and communicate information through reports, forms, logbooks, email, and JEIN documentation, and participate in committees or meetings as requested by the Youth Custody Manager or designate.
Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, Education, or Recreation, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Direct experience in youth-oriented program delivery, preferably in a correctional setting.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to pay close attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make good decisions and respond effectively in crisis situations.
  • The ability to work well with minimal supervision and an understanding of the importance of exercising discretion with confidential matters.
What We Offer
  • Career development opportunities, including access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training.
  • An engaging workplace culture that values employee well-being and recognizes individual contributions.
  • Countless career paths and opportunities for advancement.
  • Department-specific flexible working schedules.