Probation Officer 1-3 (youth Services)

Competition # : 45708

Department: Justice

Location: DARTMOUTH

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 16-Apr-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Correctional Services division of the Department of Justice is responsible for the administration and operation of community and custody-based programs and services for adults and young persons. Within the Correctional Services core business area there are two programs: community corrections & correctional facilities.

Community Corrections has 22 offices across the province from Yarmouth to Sydney and is responsible for the supervision of both adult and young persons serving community-based sentences, including probation, conditional sentence, custody and supervision, conditional supervision, and Intensive Rehabilitative Custody and Supervision.

Four (4) adult correctional facilities and one (1) youth centre provide safety and security for persons in custody while offering programs that address dynamic criminogenic factors to assist with their successful reintegration back into the community.

Nova Scotia Correctional Services utilizes an evidence-based approach in both Community Corrections and custodial facilities. Core Correctional Practices (CCP) is the foundational practice that drives reintegration and rehabilitation practices deployed within Correctional Services.

About Our Opportunity

Halifax Integrated Youth Services (HIYS) is a collaborative, community-based initiative of Correctional Services, providing coordinated services and supervision to youth sentenced under the YCJA. HIYS offers a range of evidence-based programs and services to all Court sentenced youth in the Halifax Regional Municipality.

Responsibilities include preparation of investigative reports for courts, court attendance, and supervision of young persons serving community-based dispositions, interagency committee representation, and engaging collateral contacts to assist in the supervision process.

Primary Accountabilities

What You Will be Doing:

1. Complete Presentence Reports as requested by the Court.
2. Supervise individuals on Court orders to ensure compliance.
3. Investigate violations when Conditional Sentence Orders are breached.
4. Record ongoing file documentation for case management.
5. Respond to crises of individuals on supervision and their families.
6. Investigate and charge individuals on supervision with violations of Court Orders.
7. Facilitate and deliver operational programs such as:

• Adult Restorative Justice
• Fine Option
• Community Service Work
• Prisoner Release
• Electronic Supervision
• Student Placements
• Volunteers in Corrections

Qualifications and Experience

As the successful candidate, you would have a Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The following are considered asset qualifications: a degree in the Social Sciences, previous experience employing an understanding of criminal/deviant behavior and family dynamics, and knowledge of pertinent federal and provincial legislation.

You will demonstrate sound judgement, impartiality, and solid decision-making abilities. These abilities are essential, as daily decisions directly affect the lives of individuals on supervision. You will also demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Access to reliable transportation is required.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Working Conditions

• Normal work week is 35 hours/week.
• May be required to work overtime on occasion.
• Excessive mental demands given extensive daily exposure to violence.
• Travel is required for community visits and court attendance.

Additional Information

This is a Permanent Full-time employment opportunity, located in Dartmouth, NS. At the job interview, candidates will be issued a Pre-Employment Questionnaire (PEQ). Candidates must answer all questions accurately and truthfully.

What We Offer

• Career development with access to career guidance and ongoing training.
• Engaging workplace where employees feel valued and respected.
• Countless career paths.
• Department specific flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: PR 06- PR 13

Salary Range: $1,924.95- $3,107.16 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the citizens we serve. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.