Youth Intervention Worker

Responsibilities

• ● Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation
• ● Employment Opportunity
• ● Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation is presently recruiting for a
• ● (3) YOUTH INTERVENTION WORKERS
• ● (External Posting)
• ● Timmins, Thunder Bay and Pikangikum, ON
• ● The Youth Intervention Worker (YIW) provides culturally grounded prevention, intervention, diversion, rehabilitation, and reintegration services to Indigenous youth, primarily ages 12 to 17, who are at risk of or involved in the justice system.
• ● Preferred diploma or degree in Indigenous Studies, Social Work/Social Services Work, Child and Youth Care, Advocacy, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, cultural knowledge, and experience.
• ● Knowledge of youth justice, diversion, restorative justice, community programming, is preferred.
• ● Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, histories, traditions, and community realities.
• ● Understanding of youth development, trauma-informed practice, and strength-based approaches.
• ● Excellent communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and relationship-building abilities.
• ● Strong documentation, report-writing, and computer skills (Microsoft programs)
• ● Ability to work independently and collaboratively with community and justice partners.
• ● Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical practice.
• ● Ability to speak Cree, Oji-Cree, Ojibway an asset.
• ● Travel is required
• ● % pension matching
• ● % employer paid health benefits.
• ● weeks paid vacation after your first year