Caseworker [Youth Housing] - (Casual) #2026036

Job summary

The Caseworker provides intensive case management, life skills development, and crisis support for youth housing participants. They are responsible for connecting clients to community supports and maintaining accurate documentation of service delivery.

Job details

About the role Under the supervision of the Program Manager, or designate, the Caseworker will assist in case management, service delivery, supervision of participants, and the household operations. What you'll do Caseworker duties include the following responsibilities: Ensure program participants understand and follow program guidelines and expectations. Provide life skills development. Provide intensive case management – one on one case manager to participant relationship using a client centred approach. Connect participants to community supports. Provide stabilization and crisis support. Provide incidental problem solving and emotional support during crisis situations. Provide accurate written documentation. Role model positive behaviour and encourage and assist participants to practice self-help and non-violent problem-solving skills. Perform all other duties as assigned/needed. Maintain confidentiality. Knowledge, Skills and Assets: Working knowledge of the Mission, Vision and Values of the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan. Working knowledge of the characteristics of disadvantaged persons. Working knowledge of Restorative Justice and Harm Reduction practices. Understanding and commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action. Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills. Exceptional writing and case management skills. Strong verbal skills and the ability to communicate professionally. Resourceful, flexible, and well organized. Professional, responsive, and a positive work attitude. Ability to make sound, timely, and accurate judgment while navigating crisis. Ability to work independently. Must maintain a positive relationship with clients, other staff, businesses, and government agencies. Demonstrate empathy for those impacted by the Criminal Justice System. Qualifications Education: Secondary education from Saskatchewan Polytechnic or Community Colleges or University Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and/or minimum 1 year of practical experience working with individuals impacted by socio-economic issues including homelessness, trauma, addiction, mental health, poverty, and the child welfare Practical Experience: Working knowledge and experience with individuals impacted by socio-economic issues, including: homelessness, trauma, addiction, mental health, poverty, and the child welfare system. Working with a range of diverse clients, indiscriminate of: age, gender, sexual orientation, abilities, socio-economic status, religious preference, etc. Other: First Aid, ASIST, Non-violent Crisis Intervention, Food Safe would be considered an asset. Valid / Insurable Saskatchewan Driver’s License, insurable to drive clients in JHSS-owned vehicles. Cleared Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check, completed three (3) months prior to start date. Capability: Computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) Rotational shifts (days, afternoons, evening, nights) during the week and on weekends. Additional Information The above statements reflect general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as the detailed description of all work assignments that may be inherent to the position. Your past doesn’t need to define your future. JHSS requires a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check for all eligible employees, though the presence of a criminal record will not alone preclude employment and will be investigated to determine the circumstances and the relevance of the convictions for the position being considered in accordance with any applicable legislation.

What you’ll do

The Caseworker provides intensive case management, life skills development, and crisis support for youth housing participants. They are responsible for connecting clients to community supports and maintaining accurate documentation of service delivery.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field or at least one year of experience working with individuals facing socio-economic challenges. Candidates must possess a valid Saskatchewan Driver's License and pass a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Emotional support · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred
• positive · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Case Management
• Crisis Intervention
• Life Skills Development
• Client Centered Approach
• Restorative Justice
• Harm Reduction
• Conflict Resolution
• Documentation
• Interpersonal Communication
• Time Management
• Microsoft 365
• Emotional Support

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector

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