Probation Officer Community Youth Worker

The Opportunity

The Ministry of Community Safety provides a fair justice system that promotes safe and secure communities; provides supervision and rehabilitative services for adult and young offenders; and ensures that effective policing programs uphold the rule of law and protect society and the rights of individuals.

We have an opportunity for employment as a Probation Officer/Community Youth Worker within Community Corrections, Yorkton office. Your primary goal will be to work within an integrated and collaborative client service approach providing programs and services to adults and young offenders.

Deliver programming, case management, and targeted interventions for both adult and youth clients.

Develop and maintain accurate, up-to-date client records, including the preparation of court reports.

Conduct intake interviews, home and community assessments, collateral checks, and home visits.

Complete both generalized and specialized risk assessments to determine appropriate risk-need-responsivity interventions.

Implement risk management strategies, risk reduction techniques, and Core Correctional Practices.

Collaborate with government ministries and community agencies to ensure coordinated, needs-based service delivery for offenders and their families.

Job Capabilities

As a public servant, 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

Contributing factors of criminal behaviours;

Theories and intervention strategies including cognitive behavioural approaches; and

Systemic barriers that affect individuals and communities.

Job Skills

Communication (Level C)

Critical Thinking (Level C)

Digital Skills (Level C)

Interacting with Others (Level C)

Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)

Managing Self (Level C)

Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)

Data Literacy (Level C)

Influence (Level C)

Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities 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.

The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.