Facility Youth Worker

Facility Youth Worker - HUM015345
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time
Location(s): SK-Stoon-Saskatoon
Ministry: 073 Corrections Policing and Public Safety
Salary Range: $33.367-$41.812 Hourly
Grade: SGEU.09.

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.

Why a Career as a Facility Youth Worker is Rewarding

  • Directly contribute to creating safer communities in Saskatchewan;
  • Aid in positive and meaningful change for youth offenders;
  • Collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary team of professionals to deliver needs-based services that facilitate rehabilitation; and
  • Engage in meaningful relationships that improve the ability of youth offenders to successfully reintegrate into their community and reduce re-offending.

The Opportunity

Kilburn Hall Youth Centre 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.

As a Facility Youth Worker, you will:

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

Ideal Candidate

As our successful candidate, you will have:

  • Knowledge of the criminal justice system;
  • Knowledge of adolescent development and 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;
  • The ability to verbally and in writing present clear, concise, timely and accurate information;
  • Critical thinking skills to exercise sound judgment, solve problems and apply appropriate interventions;
  • Strong organizational, analytical and time management skills;
  • The ability to be a collaborative and supportive team player;
  • An inclusive, non-judgmental and culturally responsive approach;
  • The ability to be adaptable and resilient in times of change, uncertainty and stress; and
  • Proficiency with various computer systems, software, and programs.

Typically, the knowledge and skills required for this position would be obtained through a university degree in the Social Sciences or a 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 and require the Induction Training Program (ITP), you will be enrolled in the next paid, full-time, 11-week Induction Training Program starting on April 20, 2026.

What We Offer:

  • Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals;
  • Comprehensive benefits package including pension;
  • Vacation, scheduled days off (EDO) and other types of leave;
  • Extensive and ongoing training;
  • Inclusive work environments;
  • Advancement opportunities.

To learn more about the application process and job requirements, visit our Working in Corrections webpage or email workingincorrections@gov.sk.ca.

Preference will be given to qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in "diversity groups" below
Diversity Groups: Aboriginal persons, Women in management or a non-traditional role

Hours of Work: C - SGEU Regulated 37.33 - one day off every three weeks
Number of Openings: 4

Closing Date: Mar 18, 2026, 12:59:00 AM
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