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STR8 UP is hiring a fulltime Community Outreach Worker, to work within the Federal institutions (i.e., Saskatchewan Penitentiary, Willow Cree Healing Lodge & Okimaw Ohci Healing Lodge etc.). This job will be based out of Prince Albert, SK.
Responsibilities include:
Develop positive working relationships with Elders, Chaplain, CSC staff, within the prison system Conduct sharing circles in facilities and meet with members in group settings for fellow-ship and programming Conduct intake, ongoing case planning and self-assessments with new member
Maintain intake, case planning and attendance and referral records Advocate in justice, corrections, social services and other sectors for community supports Provide one-to-one life skills and problem-solving counselling Accompany and support members attending important appointments
Assist in obtaining essentials to community living: Identification, financial assistance, housing, education, employment etc...
Arrange access to spiritual and cultural practices to support healing Help maintain family contact during incarceration and in the community
Arrange and assist in addictions programming
Qualifications and Qualities
At least 5 years justice sector experience
B.A. or equivalent education and experience
Essential Skills
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Human Services Diploma
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Type of Community or Social Service
- Corrections
Specific Skills
- Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
- Provide suicide and crisis intervention
- Resolve conflict situations
- Assist offenders in pre-release and release planning
- Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
- Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs
Work Setting
- Correctional facility
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Target Groups or Clients
- Male
- Aboriginal groups
- Young offenders
- Street population
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