Recreation Officer I Youth Intervention Liaison

• University graduation in Recreation Administration or a related degree in a specialized field (such as a Bachelor in Social Work) and a minimum of three (3) years experience in the field of community recreation with a demonstrated ability in program development facility operation and/or provision of information/referral.
• Must be registered and in good standing with the appropriate college/governing body relating to professional designation.
• Experience working within and alongside law enforcement and youth custodial settings.
• Deep understanding of the Missing Persons Act Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) Child Youth and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA) Protect Children Abusing Drugs Act (PCHAD) and Protection of Sexually Exploited Childrens Act (PSECA).
• Excellent advocacy and interpersonal skills to collaborate with professionals stakeholders and other community supports.
• Training in motivational interviewing and an understanding of suicide intervention strategies is an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of community resources and social issues in the City of Edmonton is an asset.
• Ability to effectively implement Risk-Need-Responsivity model and risk assessment in supporting intervention plans.
• Ability to lead and develop multi-agency projects that include community service partners.
• Facilitation experience for both youth and adult audiences for training and information sharing purposes is an asset.
• Training and experience in understanding and supporting diverse communities is an asset.
• Training in Cognitive Behavioral theory and Trauma Informed practices is an asset.
• Strong documentation administration time management and communication skills.

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week Monday Thursday 0700 -1700.
Flexibility within the schedule may be required with advanced notice to support unit initiatives.

Salary Range: 21B Salary Grade 021 $39.16 - $49.22 (Hourly) $313280 - $3937.70 (Bi-Weekly) $81766.08 - $102773.45 (Annually).
These rates are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.

General:

• The City of Edmonton thanks applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for the position will be contacted.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
• Include a current resume and covering letter with your online application.
• Please note that the option to work remotely is not available at this time.
• Applicants may be tested and/or required to provide samples of work.
• As part of your pre-hire screening you will be required to complete an Enhanced Security Clearance. Should you accept employment with the Edmonton Police Service you acknowledge and agree to participate in future Enhanced Security Re-Clearances at scheduled intervals or in any other circumstances exigent or otherwise as required by Human Resources Division.

Applicants who have completed post-secondary education outside of Canada are encouraged to obtain an assessment of their credentials through the International Qualifications Assessment Services (IQAS) or another recognized Canadian credential evaluation service. For a list of designated evaluators please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada Including an IQAS certificate or other credential assessment certificate rom a recognized Canadian credential evaluation service with your application is recommended to support the evaluation of the applicants educational qualifications.

The Province of Alberta is a party to the Federal Agreement on Internal Trade the Trade Investment and Labour Mobility with British Columbia and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement with British Columbia and Saskatchewan. All of these agreements promote Labour Mobility between the Provinces. Applicants may obtain information regarding recognition of extra provincial credentials at .

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This posting is for one (1) Temporary position that may continue until July 19 2026 which may be extended

The Edmonton Police Service requires an individual to coordinate intervention supports within the Youth Diversion and Intervention Unit. The Youth Intervention Liaison will act as a resource and referral link between vulnerable youth identified by the Edmonton Police Service and organizations providing intervention programming in the greater Edmonton area.

The Youth Intervention Liaison will be imbedded within the Youth Diversion and Intervention Unit and partnered daily with an Edmonton Police Service uniformed constable. As the unit works with at-risk youth the Youth Intervention Liaison will assist EPS in offender management diversion programs and coordinate youth intervention planning through community referrals and collaborative solution forums. Responsibilities will include:

• Introduce intervention services to youth who are identified by police as needing extra community supports.
• Support case management and crisis intervention strategies with numerous government and community stakeholders.
• Maintain existing collaborative efforts with police government and community agencies serving vulnerable youth populations.
• Seek new resources and supports for high-risk youth within the City of Edmonton.
• Provide input on safety planning in collaboration with supporting agencies.
• Participate in educational presentations to the public and community stakeholders.
• Provide youth development expertise to a variety of initiatives within the Youth Diversion and Intervention Unit.
• Assist with updating various databases utilized to track community referrals.
• Offer qualitative and quantitative outcome data to a variety of progress reporting systems.
• Facilitate and coordinate referrals for youth within both custodial and community settings.