Youth Crime Prevention Link Worker

The Town of Sylvan Lake is a thriving, connected lakeside community that is resident focused, visitor friendly and THE place to do business. Fifteen minutes from Red Deer, and an hour and a half from both Calgary and Edmonton, we offer the amenities of a larger center with the relaxed living atmosphere of a smaller community. With abundant year-round recreational and cultural activities, we have definitely earned the name of “Brilliant All Year”

The Town of Sylvan Lake’s mission is to deliver responsible municipal services and infrastructure that support an outstanding quality of life, unforgettable experiences, and a strong, diverse economy. We achieve that through our values of integrity, accountability, engagement, innovation, diversity and inclusion and our highly skilled workforce and are recruiting for a:
**Youth Crime Prevention Link Worker**

**Part Time 14 Hours Per Week**

**Term - June 3, 2025 - March 31, 2027**

**Wage: $25.00/hour**

**SUMMARY OF FUNCTION**:
The Crime Prevention Link Worker plays an integral role in bridging the gap between at-risk youth aged 12-24 and social programs that prevent offending behaviors (theft, violence, vandalism, etc.). As a youth services professional, you partner with community and youth-serving organizations to provide non-judicial support to prevent and divert youth from re-offending or becoming involved in offending behaviors.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- Complete an assessment of needs for youth accessing the Crime Prevention program
- Provide resource information, referral and supports as required to clients
- Make referrals to appropriate internal and external programs and services
- Assist youth and families in the navigation of services and system.
- Help youth connect with and organize delivery of services for youth with unmet needs
- Network with agencies involved in this program
- Liaise with professionals and community agencies involved with youth (RCMP, Youth Justice Committee, Municipal Enforcement, schools, etc.)
- Attending appointments or programs with youth to overcome barriers, where appropriate
- Collaborate with other agencies and professionals in the community for the benefit of the client
- Report to the Youth Services Supervisor any issues, concerns, or hazards about the clients
- Connect clients to various supports that may prevent them from offending behaviors

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- Diploma/degree in Social Work, Justice Studies, Addictions and Mental Health, Child & Youth Work, or enrolled in a relevant program of studies preferred
- 1-year related experience or equivalent
- Class 5 Alberta Drivers License
- RCMP Based Vulnerable Sector Check
- Proven expertise in building relationships with youth, families and community Organizations
- Knowledge of community resources available to support youth
- Experience working with youth who may have challenging behaviors or barriers to school/community success: such as ADHD, Autism, Grief & Loss, Depression, Addictions and Mental Health complexities

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 14 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Youth Programs: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Alberta Drivers License (required)
- RCMP Based Criminal Record Check (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1M3

Application deadline: 2025-05-21
Expected start date: 2025-06-03