Attendance Centre Worker
Casual Hourly Team Member
30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1006

Salary Range:$29.70 To $33.90 Hourly
Department: CYMS
Location(s): Moosonee, Moose Factory, Cochrane, Kapuskasing, Timmins, or other designated service sites
Reports To: Supervisor – Clinical Services
Job Class: Team Member
Salary Structure: CBG07 – Collectively Bargained Grid 07
Unionized: Yes
TEER Level: 3
NOC Code: 41300
urpose of the Role
The Attendance Centre Worker supports young people who are involved with the justice system and require structured, culturally grounded programming in the community. This role delivers interventions that promote accountability, wellness, and personal development through a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.

Grounded in Omushkego values of restoration and community belonging, this position helps youth navigate legal obligations while developing life skills, connection, and capacity to move forward.

Core Responsibilities
1. Youth Support and Supervision
Provide direct support and supervision to youth attending the Centre under court conditions or community-based orders
Assist in developing individualized attendance plans that include life skills,
Cultural activities, goal setting, and wellness check-ins
Monitor attendance, participation, and compliance with agreed-upon expectations
2. Programming and Intervention Delivery
Facilitate group and individual programming related to healing, communication,cultural identity, and restorative practices
Coordinate or co-facilitate sessions on emotional regulation, relationships,employment readiness, and community engagement
Work closely with Elders, facilitators, and community partners to support youth programming
3. Justice System Navigation
Liaise with probation officers, court staff, and legal counsel to support youth compliance and progress
Provide updates, reports, and progress summaries to appropriate stakeholders in line with agency protocols
Advocate for culturally relevant alternatives to custody and contribute to diversion planning when appropriate
4. Team and Agency Participation
Collaborate with CYMS protection, prevention, and clinical teams
Participate in team meetings, youth service reviews, and inter-agency case planning
Support community events, seasonal ceremonies, and youth engagement activities


Required Qualifications and Experience
Diploma or degree in Child and Youth Work, Indigenous Justice, Social Services,or a related field; or equivalent lived/professional experience
Experience working with youth involved in the justice system or at risk of legal involvement
Knowledge of restorative justice, cultural healing practices, and anti-oppressive frameworks
Strong interpersonal, de-escalation, and program facilitation skills
Equivalency will be considered. Experience as a youth mentor, helper, or justice advocate in First Nations communities is a strong asset.

Conditions of Employment
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening
Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License
Access to a reliable vehicle and ability to travel between sites and courts
Compliance with all Agency policies, Collective Agreement, and youth safety protocols
Our Hiring Commitments
Payukotayno is committed to Indigenous-led services, Nation-based healing, and culturally safe workplaces. We encourage applications from First Nations individuals,especially those from Treaty 9 communities and affiliated Nations. We honour both formal qualifications and cultural/lived knowledge as valid experience.

We are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from all qualified persons, including those identifying as Two-Spirit, non-binary, LGBTQ+, francophone,persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups.

Accommodations are available throughout the application process.
AODA Statement (for postings only)
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA),Payukotayno will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.