Yukon Government Looking for Youth Service Worker at Whitehorse, YT Full Time

This posting is to fill a permanent full time position.

The Young Offenders’ Facility is committed to providing care and supervision to young persons in both secure and open custody settings. Carrying out these duties requires a thorough recognition of the importance of Yukon First Nations’ cultures and traditions. As a Youth Service Worker, you will focus on providing direct care, support and supervision to at-risk youth who experience behavioral and/or emotional dysregulation. In addition, you will provide young offenders with a safe and secure environment in which to grow and learn, while supervising youth behavior and activities. This includes acting as a representative of the Young Offenders’ Facility through attendance at meetings and groups facilitated by the Youth High Risk Treatment program.

We are looking for individuals who are energetic, flexible, organized, and who are self-starters that possess excellent communication skills. Further, we are looking for individuals who are able to engage youth in collaborative crisis management through remaining calm, patient and regulated.

For additional information about this position, please contact Danae Moore, Supervisor, Custody Services at danae.moore@yukon.ca

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact HR Consultant Susan Bryant at susan.bryant@yukon.ca.

Please do not e-mail resumes to this address; resumes must be submitted directly through E-recruitment.

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications – specifically – how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential qualifications shown below. Refer to: here for more information about preparing your resume for a Yukon Government posting. Please note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Diploma in Social Services or Corrections from a recognized institution;
• Experience working with at-risk youth (12 – 17 years)
• Experience delivering various programs to youth.

Candidates who have education, training and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on the following:

• A genuine interest in working with at-risk youth and strive to engage these youth in an open and positive manner.
• An understanding of the issues these youth face and the ability to exhibit flexibility and creativity when facing some of the challenges inherent in this environment.
• Effective communication, while displaying tact, good judgment and maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to stay self-aware at all times and be aware of how own behavior impacts others.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful environments and manage conflict without demonstrating aggressive behaviors.
• Strong team player with the ability to ask for help when needed and have excellent interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment: RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector; valid Yukon Driver’s Licence; current TB Screening; current First Aid/CPR Level C.

Job Requirements: Shift work, including evenings and weekends.

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Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

15 March 2022

Close Date

28 March 2022