Caseworker SIL

Position: Caseworker

Program: Supported Independent Living (SIL) 

Position Type: In-scope

Employment Terms: Permanent, Full-time

Vacancies: 4

Apply By: 11:59 pm (CST), January 22, 2026

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JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, or designate,
the Caseworker will assist in case management and connecting with participants
in the community.

DUTIES:

Caseworker duties include the following responsibilities:

•  Ensure
  program participants understand and follow program guidelines and
  expectations.
•  Provide
  life skills development.
•  Provide
  intensive case management – one on one case manager to participant
  relationship using a client centred approach.
•  Connect
  participants to community supports.
•  Provide
  stabilization and crisis support.
•  Provide
  incidental problem solving and emotional support during crisis situations.
  
•  Provide
  accurate written documentation.
•  Role
  model positive behaviour and encourage and assist participants to practice
  self-help and non-violent problem-solving skills.
•  Perform
  all other duties as assigned/needed.
•  Maintain
  confidentiality.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ASSETS:

•  Working
  knowledge of the Mission, Vision and Values of the John Howard Society of
  Saskatchewan.
•  Working
  knowledge of the characteristics of disadvantaged persons.
•  Working
  knowledge of Restorative Justice and Harm Reduction practices.
•  Understanding
  and commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action.
  
•  Excellent
  communication, organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
•  Exceptional
  writing and case management skills.
•  Strong
  verbal skills and the ability to communicate professionally.
•  Resourceful,
  flexible, and well organized.
•  Professional,
  responsive, and a positive work attitude.
•  Ability
  to make sound, timely, and accurate judgment while navigating crisis.
•  Ability
  to work independently.
•  Must
  maintain a positive relationship with clients, other staff, businesses,
  and government
• agencies.
  
•  Demonstrate
  empathy for those impacted by the Criminal Justice System.

QUALIFICATIONS: A combination of the following:

Education:

• University
  Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and/or minimum 1 year of practical
  experience working with individuals impacted by socio-economic issues
  including homelessness, trauma, addiction, mental health, poverty, and the
  child welfare system.

Practical Experience:

• Working
  knowledge and experience with individuals impacted by socio-economic
  issues, including: homelessness, trauma, addiction, mental health,
  poverty, and the child welfare system.
• Working
  with a range of diverse clients, indiscriminate of: age, gender, sexual
  orientation, abilities, socio-economic status, religious preference, etc.

Qualifications:

• Valid
  Saskatchewan Driver's License, insurable to drive clients in JHSS-owned
  vehicles.
• Criminal
  Record check with Vulnerable Sector dated within 3 months of start date.

Capability:

• Computer
  skills with emphasis on Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel,
  etc.).
• First
  Aid, ASIST, Non-violent Crisis Intervention would be considered an asset.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The above statements reflect general details considered
necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be
construed as the detailed description of all work assignments that may be
inherent to the position.

Requires flexibility and should be able to work varying
shifts.

Your past doesn't need to define your future. JHSS requires
a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check for all eligible employees,
though the presence of a criminal record will not alone preclude employment and
will be investigated to determine the circumstances and the relevance of the
convictions for the position being considered in accordance with any applicable
legislation.