Justice and Correctional Services - Primary Youth Worker

Location of Work: Ouje-Bougoumou

Status: Permanent Full-time

Closing Date: October 12, 2026

Core Functions

The Primary Youth Worker is responsible for working and intervening with the students referred to the Alternate Suspension Program and creating a structured environment to support them through their suspension period. The Primary Youth Worker also works directly with the referring schools, the students’ parent/guardian(s), and community partners in taking a collaborative approach to supporting the youth participants.

Functional Responsibilities:

• Ensure availability of the Alternative Suspension Program and ensure its proper functioning for the service site.
• Hold individual and group interventions with secondary school students, run workshop sessions, support participants in their schoolwork, draft reports and assessments.
• Provide general security in service sites and ensure smooth functioning of each day/activity.
• Work closely with local organizations working with teens, especially in summer months.
• Assist in developing effective prevention programs based on the participants’ needs.

Interaction/Communication Responsibilities:

• Regularly communicate with participants’ parent(s)/guardians and school administrators regarding child’s progress or issues as the case may be.
• Promote within communities the value of Alternative Suspension Program and intervention with high-risk youth by organizing activities during special community events.
• Establish contact with schools, community entities and other organizations to promote and advertise programs model.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Keep files on youth referred to the Alternative Suspension Program and document outcomes.
• Provide quarterly reports to the Coordinator on activities and programs delivered.
• Maintain and populate regularly the program database.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as required. 

Qualifications

Education:

• College diploma in Social Work, Criminology, Education or related field.

Experience:

• Three to five years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working with at-risk youth populations. \

Language:

• Fluency in verbal Cree.
• Fluency in English.
• Fluency in French is an asset.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Good knowledge and understanding of Cree culture, customs and history.
• Customer-focused and service-oriented.
• Good empathy and listening skills.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively.
• Proven ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality.
• Proven organizational skills and presentation skills.
• Strong judgment and proven ability to problem-solve.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Additional Requirements:

• Typical office setting where there are no unusual physical demands.
• Willingness to work irregular hours occasionally.
• Must agree to undergo a background check.

The Cree Nation Government may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the aforementioned requirements if a suitable candidate who is a JBNQA beneficiary accepts to follow a training plan determined by the Cree Nation Government as a condition of employment.