The Opportunity

The Ministry of Community Safety, Regina Community Corrections, is seeking a

motivated, confident, and positive role model to deliver assessment and intervention services to offenders convicted of sexual offences. 

A Sex Offender Specialist is the designated expert for clients with sexual

offending behaviours. Specialists facilitate group interventions with this specific offender group and provide consultation and expert knowledge to other Probation Officers/ Community Youth Workers and community members. As part of Community Corrections, job duties may include both youth and/or adult clients. 

As part of the Risk-Need Responsivity model, you will conduct validated

generalized and specialized assessments that are evidence-based, prepare court reports, and develop and implement offender relapse prevention plans. Your outstanding interpersonal skills will help you respond effectively to victims of criminal offences and collaborate with community agencies, victim resources, police, and other government personnel to provide an integrated approach to offender management and supervision in the community.

To qualify, you will possess a degree from an accredited university or college, or a minimum two-year diploma, with a focus on the principles of behavioural change and other assessment skills, this would include Correctional Studies, Justice Studies, Community and Justice Services, Social Work or Mental health, or meet the grandfathering provisions in accordance with Community Corrections qualifications. If your degree was obtained outside of Canada, you must have it assessed against Canadian education standards. Please visit Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards Canada.ca to obtain information on the process.

Candidates are asked to fully describe in their resume/cover letter how they

have obtained the knowledge and abilities identified above.

As a field employee, you may be required to work non-traditional hours to

provide client service in the office and in community settings (e.g., court, home visits, etc.). A valid driver’s licence is required for the position.

The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the

people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.

The Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety provides supervision and

rehabilitation services for adult and young offenders; promotes appropriate and effective policing; and supports community and public safety services throughout Saskatchewan.