Social worker
Government of Yukon’s Health and Social Services department based in Whitehorse, YT is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Social worker. Government of Yukon’s Health and Social Services department is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of Yukoners. It offers comprehensive healthcare, social assistance, and community support programs. Functioning as a cornerstone of public service, it ensures access to vital services, fostering the health and resilience of the Yukon community. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Yukon
Department: Health and Social Services
Division: Family Services
Position: Social worker
No of Vacancies: 4
Salary: $94501.00 – $109661.00 yearly
Employment Type: Permanent/Full time
Classification: SS16
Union: YEU
Location: Whitehorse, YT
Shift: 75 hours bi weekly
Schedule: Evening, weekend and statutory holiday work hours
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Job ID: 50914
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of Masters Of Social Work
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
- The candidates should have the ability to prepare affidavits or court documents and intervention services, including investigations and core protection services
- The candidates should have a Vulnerable Sector Security Clearance
- The candidates should possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent
- The candidates should provide verification of a Bachelor of Social Work degree
- The candidates should demonstrate the potential to be delegated within 12 months of hire under the Child and Family Services Act
- The candidates should be willing to travel within and outside of the Territory on an occasional basis with limited notice
- The candidates should be willing to work extended hours with limited notice or be on standby for extended periods of time, including frequent evening, weekend, and statutory holiday work hours
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess a Bachelor of Social Work degree
- The candidates should have social work experience and practicum in providing services to families, children and individuals
- The candidates should demonstrate the ability to work in a multicultural environment with an emphasis on Yukon First Nation’s culture
- The candidates should have strong knowledge and experience in social work principles and practices in child welfare and case management
- The candidates should show a demonstrated interest in child and family services, including child protection
- The candidates should exhibit sound ethical decision-making skills, demonstrating the capacity to complete family, children, and individual assessments at a professional level
- The candidates should possess excellent decision-making skills and practice guided by the Canadian Association of Social Work Code of Ethics
- The candidates should demonstrate the ability to take a broad-based, strategic approach to community development in response to mandated client service
- The candidates should possess the skill to work with high-risk complex cases, with a strong ability to help deescalate clients and deal with potentially volatile and aggressive individuals
Responsibilities:
- The candidate should be able to provide child welfare casework in the areas of child protection, family services, and children in care
- The candidate should be able to conduct investigations, assessments, and provide preventative and support services to children and families at risk of abuse and neglect
- The candidate should be able to handle responsibilities related to children in care and extended family care
- The candidate should be able to carry out duties under the Child and Family Services Act
- The candidate should be able to provide after-hours on-call coverage
- The candidate should be able to work collaboratively and transparently with First Nation governments to ensure the safety and well-being of children and families in the community
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, extended health care plan, long term disability insurance, travel insurance, Public Service Pension Plan and supplementary death benefit
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!