Caseworker [ARC] - (Casual) #2026043

Position: Caseworker

Program: Adults Reintegrating in Community (ARC)

Union: Unionized, In-scope [SGEU]

Employment Terms: Casual

Hourly Pay: $21.54 to $23.26

Apply By: 11:59 pm (CST), July 10, 2026

Vacancies: 1

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About John Howard Society of Saskatchewan

We're a well-established non-profit provincial organization that provides effective, just, and humane services in response to the causes and consequences of crime, and assists individuals who are at risk or are involved in the criminal justice process.

Our Mission

The John Howard Society of Saskatchewan provides prevention, intervention, support services, and advocacy for individuals who are at risk or are involved in the criminal justice process.

Our Vision

Communities have effective, just, humane practices that support positive social outcomes.

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About the role

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, or designate, the ARC Caseworker will provide direct services for hard to serve adults who are incarcerated and/or on probation orders within the community.

What you'll do

Caseworker duties include the following responsibilities:

• Assist in providing life skills development
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support for high risk clients
• Assist in case management and support for clients
• Provide institutional support, work in partnership with Correctional Staff within the Correctional Facilities
• Provide risk relapse prevention programming
• Role model positive behavior and encourage, and assist clients to practice self-help and non- violent problem solving skills daily
• Ability to provide effective and accurate written documentation (ex: case management notes, incident reports, etc.)
• Ensure the services being provided are risk reductive, individual, integrated, and client orientated
• Assist in developing and maintaining risk reductive and emergency response plans and personal safety plans with individual clients
• Maintain confidentiality
• Perform other related duties as assigned/needed

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.)

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.

Requires flexibility and should be able to work varying shifts.

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.

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