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 [email protected]
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact HR Consultant Susan Bryant at [email protected].
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.
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:
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
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