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CRIME PREVENTION YOUTH ENGAGEMENT WORKER
(Term Contract)
Approval Date: July 2024 Department: Police Services
Title of Management Supervisor: Police Services Supervisor
Term Contract Position: Funding for this term contract position has been provided as part of the Federal Guns
and Gangs Violence Action Initiative in coordination with the BC Government.
General Accountability:
Purpose and Scope
Reporting to the Police Services Supervisor and working directly under the supervision of the Restorative Justice
Coordinator, the Crime Prevention Youth Engagement Worker (CPYEW) will develop partnerships, establish protocol,
liaise, and bridge the gap between the community of Campbell River and access to youth engagement programs
addressing gun and gang violence. The CPYEW will work within the community to increase awareness and educate
regarding the importance of early engagement and intervention for youth, particularly those deemed at-risk. The
Outreach Worker will organize training and presentations related to the prevention of gun and gang violence for
participants aged 12-24.
The CPYEW is expected to work independently, in partnerships with SD72, John Howard North Island, The City of
Campbell River, The Campbell River RCMP, and other community programs. The Outreach Worker will work flexible
shifts as required by program partners. This position will also work closely with the RCMP Indigenous Policing Member
and the RCMP School Liaison, ensuring trauma-informed practices are adhered to.
This position is exempt from the provisions of the City of Campbell River/C.U.P.E. Local 401 Collective Agreement and
is employed as a contract position until February 1, 2026. The CPYEP Outreach Worker is expected to supply their own
vehicle on the job within the contract allowance.
Nature and Scope of Work
The nature of the duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of any RCMP related matters exposed to through the course of
performing duties.
• Provides outreach support for SD72 and other community programs for youth, including preparation of
correspondence, record keeping, and collection of statistics related to the program.
• Deliver presentations to School District 72 representatives and students regarding the prevention of youth
involvement in gangs and gun activity.
• Organize and schedule events and presenters trained in the prevention of gun and gang violence
• Ensures program policies and procedures are followed.
• Coordinates program training/meetings.
• Receives requests for service within the boundaries of the program and arranges for Restorative Justice forums,
or involvement from relevant community partners as needed.
• Works in cooperation with other community service agencies, government bodies, and police members on behalf
of The City of Campbell River and the Crime Prevention Youth Engagement Program.
• Keeps detailed records of interaction with Community Partners.
• Assists with implementing program policy and establishing program protocols.
• Assists with securing and setting up office spaces.
• Meets weekly with the Community Policing Programs Coordinator to task plan and assess progress.
Qualifications & Experience
Necessary Qualifications
Technical Knowledge/Skills:
• Knowledge of program objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of trauma informed practices and techniques related to the work performed.
• Knowledge of the services available through community agencies and organizations.
• Knowledge of court and police procedures as they relate to the work performed.
• Knowledge of victims’ rights under the Victims of Crime Act as well as assistance that may be available to
victims through the Crime Victim Assistance Program.
• Knowledge of WorkSafe BC regulations and safe work procedures.
• Basic proficiency with MS Word and MS Excel.
• Proficiency with other relevant computer software applications, including email applications,
presentation software, and some database applications.
• Skilled in the use of the Internet and general computer operating system functionalities.
Key Competencies
• Accountability and Reliability
o Able to accept responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work commitments. able to
demonstrate reliability and integrity daily.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
o Able to work thoughtfully and carefully to produce work that is complete and error-free.
• Communication
o Able to clearly and effectively express information, ideas, and opinions through spoken word or
formal or informal written formats to deliver messages that are clearly understood by the intended
audience.
• Conflict Management
o Able to resolve disputes effectively and reach agreements to support the achievement of
organizational objectives.
• Decision Making and Problem Solving
o Able to assess a situation and determine a course of action by applying knowledge, past experience,
logic, and insight in cases where discretion is required because the situation is ambiguous, or
information is limited. able to find ways to overcome obstacles or resolve issues so that objectives
may be achieved.
• Initiative
o Able to work under general direction only, exercising considerable independence and initiative in the
execution of duties in an ever-changing environment.
• Planning and Organizing
o Able to effectively organize and schedule work to ensure that key objectives are achieved in a manner
that makes optimal use of time, money, and resources.
• Service Orientation
o Able to identify, analyze and respond to internal and external customer needs to optimize customer
satisfaction.
• Stress Tolerance
o Able to effectively provide direct crisis intervention and follow-up services to victims of crime,
trauma, and family problems often under conditions of emergency and conflict.
• Teamwork
o Able to work well with others and to participate effectively in group initiatives to support the
achievement of common objectives.
• Networking and Relationship Building
o Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships and network with employees, agencies,
partners, and the public.
Education/Training:
• Grade 12 or equivalent.
Job Description – Contract Position – Crime Prevention Youth Engagement Worker
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• Minimum of 1 accredited course or facilitated training in the areas of social services, restorative justice,
community support, relationship building with children and youth, mental health in adolescence, Peace
Circle, Trauma Informed Practice, or other relevant course or program of field study.
• Must possess and maintain a valid BC driver’s license as per City policy.
• Must achieve and maintain RCMP Reliability Security Screening.
Experience:
• One (1) year previous experience in a Restorative Justice or Community Service environment or an
assessable equivalent in education, training and experience
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience, within last seven (7) years, in a social services environment or an
assessable equivalent.
• Demonstrated proficiency in group facilitation.
Unusual Working Conditions
• May require weekend or evening work.
• Working with Victims of trauma.
• Working in diverse situations.