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Apply By: Saturday, February 21, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Student - Adult and Youth Probation Jobs

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Job ID:

239461

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Various Ministries

Division:

Various Divisions and Branches

City:

Barrie, Belleville, Brampton, Kenora, Kingston, Kitchener, London, Mississauga, Newmarket, North Bay, Oshawa, Ottawa, Pembroke, Sault Ste Marie, Scarborough, South Porcupine, St Catharines, Stratford, Toronto

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

23 Temporary positions of varying contract length over the summer

Job code:

Student 1 - Student Level 1, Student 2 - Student Level 2

Salary:

$17.60 - $18.45 Per hour
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.


Are you a student or recent graduate looking for an opportunity to build your career over the summer? Are you passionate about making a difference? The Summer Employment Opportunities program provides opportunities to obtain valuable work experience, gain transferable skills, and build professional networks.

Submit an application today for these summer employment opportunities:

Adult Probation and Parole Assistant Youth Probation Assistant


Note: When submitting an application for this posting, please indicate on the application form which job type(s) you are applying to. You can apply to multiple opportunities.
Information to assist you with the application process is available on the Summer Employment Opportunities website.

This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and at various locations across Ontario. Certain cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Carefully review locations through Google Maps and select ONLY those locations that you are able to travel to and work in. You can select up to 10 locations.


Notes:Relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries. The number of positions to be filled is approximate and subject to change. Please use your legal name when applying to the job ad. Summer placements are typically full-time (working 36.25hrs/week or 40 hrs/week). However some part-time placements MAY be available based on mutual agreement between the hiring manager and student, if operationally feasible. Please inquire at the interview stage.

About the job

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Adult Probation and Parole Assistant Work Description:

These positions will be located at Adult Probation and Parole facilities/offices. As an Adult Probation and Parole Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work on some or all of the following activities:

Assist probation and parole officers in coordinating case management. Support the development and delivery of ministry in-house programs. Apply research, analytical, and writing skills to prepare a variety of reports. Plan, organize, coordinate and manage daily assigned work.

Youth Probation Assistant Work Description:

These positions will be located in probation offices. As a Youth Probation Assistant, you may have the opportunity to work on some or all of the following activities:

Assist Probation Officers in a variety of office tasks, such as maintaining client logs, preparing custody packages and documentation, and liaising with facilities and probation staff. Work directly with youth to assist in their rehabilitation. Complete administrative duties, including intake interviews, and collecting and updating client data. Assist in the facilitation of custody placements, including working with community agencies, sharing information, and coordinating placements under the guidance of the Provincial Director.

What you bring to the team

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Mandatory requirements

You must meet

all

eligibility criteria by the first day of employment (contracts begin between May and July):

Student Status:

You must be enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution (currently or for the fall semester) OR you must have graduated within the past six months (for example, if you graduated in December, you can apply for and start a summer student position up until June of the following year).

Age:

You must be a minimum of 15 years of age. There is no maximum age limit. Some positions require candidates to be a minimum of 18 years of age as of the first day of employment.

Residency:

You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.

Work Status:

You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) for the full duration of your summer employment.

Application:

Applications are only accepted online by clicking the "Apply Online" button. Your application should describe how you meet the knowledge and skill requirements outlined on this ad.
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Job Requirements for Adult Probation and Parole Assistant:

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

You apply your excellent written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents in support of the case management of offenders. You apply your excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with professionals, justice sector officials, and community partners. You apply your verbal, written, and active listening communication skills to utilize community resources and assist with case management services. You apply your initiative and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

You apply your experience using Microsoft Office applications, such as Word (word processing) and Excel (spreadsheets), as well as databases, email, and the internet to conduct research and prepare a variety of documents.

Analytical and Organizational Skills

You apply your organizational and coordination skills to support and assist in the case management of adult offenders. You apply your administrative and coordination skills by complying with all ministry administrative standards and directives. You are able to monitor and assist in the enforcement of court and parole conditions requirements. You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize, and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines.

Other Requirements

You are at least 18 years of age
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Job Requirements for Youth Probation Assistant:

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

You apply your excellent written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents in support of the case management of offenders. You apply your excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with professionals, justice sector officials, and community partners. You apply your verbal, written, and active listening communication skills to utilize community resources and assist with case management services. You apply your initiative and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

You apply your experience using Microsoft Office applications, such as Word (word processing) and Excel (spreadsheets), as well as databases, email, and the internet to conduct research and prepare a variety of documents. You have knowledge of various sociological issues impacting youth (e.g. poverty, family violence and abuse, sexual abuse, substance abuse, gang mentality, peer-on-peer violence, racial issues, etc.). You have knowledge of social work principles and cognitive behavioural interventions. You have knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

Analytical and Organizational Skills

You apply your investigative, problem-solving, and analytical skills to recommend appropriate interventions for youth based on their risk and need requirements. You work with Probation Officers to assess criminogenic risk, make enforcement decisions, and prepare court reports related to disposition of cases. You apply your organizational, time management, and coordination skills to manage a varied work schedule with deadlines. You comply with all ministry administrative standards and directives, including confidentiality provisions. You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize, and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines.
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Other student and recent graduate opportunities

See what other summer opportunities are currently available!

Also, check out all the other student and new recent graduate opportunities offered within the Ontario Public Service.

Don't meet every qualification?

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The SEO program is designed for students and recent graduates who are looking to kick-start their careers and gain practical work experience. If you're excited about this position but don't meet all the listed qualifications, please still consider applying.

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

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We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.



Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.



Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives accessibility Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

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The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province.




We offer:


a purpose-driven service culture with passionate professionals who contribute to our province a career that can grow across multiple job functions and program areas flexible learning opportunities, including professional development and mentorship programs employee networks to foster community and make connections employee-centric programs to support and empower equity-deserving groups a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment

Additional information:

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Apply by:

Saturday, February 21, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule N/A , N/A

Category:

Corrections and Enforcement

Posted on:

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Note:

About security checks:

A criminal or other federal offence record

does not automatically disqualify you

from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.

If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.

Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.
Some positions advertised on this job ad are represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and successful candidates will be required to pay monthly union dues, which are automatically deducted from your pay.


Other positions advertised on this job ad may be excluded from the OPSEU Collective Agreement (i.e. not represented by OPSEU), depending on the business area within the Ministry in which the work is performed. You will be advised during the recruitment process by the hiring manager of the business area.



You will receive a confirmation splash page verifying receipt of your application when it has been successfully received. You will only receive an email confirmation if you have entered your email address in the application. If you do not receive a confirmation splash page, it is likely that your application was not successfully received and it is recommended that you resubmit your application. If that still does not result in a confirmation, please contact SEO@ontario.ca during the posting period. We cannot provide assistance with submitting your application after the job ad deadline date.

How to apply:

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You must apply online and complete all the mandatory questions on the application form.

You must attach one document with your application. We recommend you attach a cover letter and resume to support the information you provide in your application. The cover letter and resume document you attach should not exceed five (5) pages combined.

If you require accommodation to apply, or to complete this application form, please contact us at SEO@ontario.ca.

Check out the Youth and New Professionals website to learn more about Summer Employment Opportunities.

Language requirements and assessment:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matiere de langue et evaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichees en francais et en anglais. Consultez la section Langue du ou des postes en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaitre les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont evalues en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/francais), vous devrez egalement passer un test de competences linguistiques en francais.

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