Facility Youth Worker

• Employment Type: Permanent Full-time
• Salary Range: 33.367 - 41.812
• Hours of Work: C- SGEU Regulated 37.33 – one day off every three weeks
• Workplace Diversity: We are committed to workplace diversity.
• Occupation Code: HCS
• Grade: SGEU.09.
• Organization: 073 Corrections, Policing and Public Safety
• Number of Openings: 4

Do your Career Justice. Become a Facility Youth Worker. 

About Us  
The Ministry of Community Safety is responsible for overseeing Saskatchewan's correctional system and facilities, providing the safe and secure custody of adult and youth offenders and delivering programs that promote safety and reduce re-offending.

As corrections professionals, our Vision is to provide correctional services that improve lives. Our Mission is to deliver programs and services to help ensure safe communities, safe facilities and a safe and engaged workforce. We believe our core Values provide the foundation for who we are and what we do. We value modelling respect and integrity, serving citizens, practicing excellence and innovation, while acting as one team.
The Opportunity 
Prince Albert Youth Residence is hiring and invites you to join our team!
Facility Youth Workers are professionals who work directly with youth offenders aged 12 to 17, holding them accountable and supporting positive change in their lives, while maintaining the safe and secure operation of the facility. At Prince Albert Youth Residence, Facility Youth Workers also work with adult clients in the Provincial Electronic Monitoring Alert Management Unit.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for managing electronic monitoring alerts and schedules for adult clients across the province through the Provincial Electronic Monitoring Alert Management Unit ensuring timely response and effective monitoring;

• Be responsible for the safety and security of youth offenders in various correctional settings; 

• Provide assessment, counselling, program delivery and case management; 

• Work closely with youth who may have intergenerational trauma, special needs, gender differences and various cultural and spiritual beliefs; 

• Accurately interpret and apply legislation, policy, and procedures; 

• Apply a collaborative approach that promotes interdisciplinary teamwork; 

• Continuously assess situational factors, and evaluate the level of risk, to make sound and appropriate decisions; 

• Prevent, respond to, and resolve incidents, using the safest and most reasonable intervention strategies. 

Qualifications

Job Capabilities

For this role in Community Safety, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence. 

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of the Canadian criminal justice system;  
• Knowledge of human behaviour to support positive change;
• A valid Saskatchewan issued Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent;
• A valid First Aid and CPR/AED certificate with no less than 12 months remaining before expiration is required prior to the ITP start date.

Typically, the capabilities and skills required for this position would be obtained through a university degree in Social Sciences or closely related discipline, a diploma in Law Enforcement and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 
Physical Requirements
The COPAT requirement for employment has been temporarily replaced by a comprehensive medical evaluation completed by a licensed medical practitioner.

Should you receive a successful offer of employment, you will be enrolled into a paid, 11-week Induction Training Program (ITP). The next ITP will start on February 8, 2027.

To learn more about this employment opportunity and the Induction Training Program, please click here.

Job Skills

• Communication (Level C)
• Critical Thinking (Level C)
• Digital Skills (Level B)
• Interacting with Others (Level C)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level B)
• Managing Self (Level C)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)  
• Data Literacy (Level C)
• Influence (Level C)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level B)  

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan's Capability and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements 

Our Commitment to Excellence

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.