Social Service Worker

2 weeks ago

Whitehorse YT YA C CA Primary Government of Yukon Full time
Description

This posting

This posting will be used to fill 4 term positions (until March 31, 2027) working 75 hours bi-weekly.  It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon. 

 

Who we are

Yukon's Department of Health and Social Services aims to promote, protect, and enhance the well-being of Yukon people through a continuum of quality, accessible, and appropriate health and social services.

The Family and Children's Services Branch is responsible for territory wide delivery of child protection services and programs that support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth and their families. The unit responds to complex and crisis situations and works with families to ensure continued safety and well-being of children. Collaborative working relationships with Yukon First Nations and Indigenous Governing bodies are critical in this work.  This unit also provides on-call services 24/7 to ensure that a response to concerns of child harm is available, at any time, every day of the year. 

This opportunity

The Social Service Worker in Whitehorse will provide social work services to individuals, families and communities across the life cycle. The position ensures service delivery is consistent with the legislative framework, delegated authorities, departmental values, principles, standards and procedures. The purpose of this position is to provide limited social work delivery in the absence of the delegated Social Worker.

For more information on this job, please contact Tim Darling, Manager, Family Services at For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Darlene Allain, HR Consultant at

 

 

Your benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

Government of Yukon's many benefits

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment. 

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer. 

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Important application and job requirements

Essential qualifications 

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Undergraduate (Bachelor) degree in the social sciences from an accredited university with preference for a degree in the human services field. Experience working with children, youth and/or families involved with the child welfare is preferred. 

NOTE: If your undergraduate (Bachelor) degree was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through any members of the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada (ACESC). 

Candidates who are currently students in a Bachelor of Social Work program, who can demonstrate the essential qualifications through internships, practicums, cooperative and voluntary placements, and that have verification of graduation in 2026 may be considered.

It may be helpful for you to review "Prepare your resume and cover letter".

 

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following: 

Demonstrated interest in Whitehorse Yukon social workAbility to work in a multicultural environment with an emphasis on Yukon First Nation's cultureStrong knowledge and experience in social work principles and practices in child welfare and case managementDemonstrated interest in child and family services including child protection and working with children in out of home care.Sound ethical decision-making skills that demonstrate the capacity to complete family, children and individual assessments at a professional levelAbility to take a broad-based, strategic approach to community development in response to mandated client serviceAbility to prepare affidavits or court documents and intervention services including investigations and core protection servicesThe skill to work with high-risk complex cases with a strong ability to help deescalate clients and/or deal with potentially volatile and aggressive individualsAbility to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

It may be helpful for you to review "The job interview process".

Conditions of employment 

You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.

Vulnerable Sector Security ClearanceA child welfare record check satisfactory to the employeeValid Class 5 Driver's Licence or equivalentVerification of undergraduate (Bachelor) degree in social sciences fieldDemonstrate the potential to be delegated within 12-months of hire under the Child and Family Services Act

 

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

Willingness to travel within and outside of Territory on an occasional basis with limited notice; and,Willingness to work extended hours with limited notice or be on standby for extended periods of time with frequent evening, weekend, and statutory holiday work hours are required.

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