Do not miss this unique opportunity to become a Probation Officer/Community Youth Worker with a dedicated team of professionals in Community Corrections, Nipawin.

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, 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 Nipawin.

In this position you are required to travel and work flexible hours, which sometimes may involve evenings. A valid driver’s license is required.

This dynamic role requires that you have a working knowledge of addictions, domestic violence, poverty, disabilities, mental health, disabilities, 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.

We are seeking a talented individual who possesses a degree in human services in any of the following fields: Social Work, Indigenous Social Work, Human Justice, Education, or Arts: Justice Studies, Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Police Studies and Indigenous Studies or meet the grandfathering provisions in accordance with Community Corrections qualifications. A degree from an accredited university or college that does not focus on human behaviour along with acceptable correctional and/or human behavioural work experience may be considered. 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 Nipawin, please visit:

http://www.nipawin.com

https://tourismnipawin.com

To learn more about the Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety, please visit:

https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/government-structure/ministries/corrections-policing-and-public-safety