Social Worker

Government of Yukon View all jobs

Whitehorse, YT
$71,763-83,234 per year
Permanent
Part-time

14 days ago

This postingThis posting will be used to fill 1 permanent full-time position working 60 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 in the beautiful .Our philosophyEvery action and decision is guided by Continuing Care's Vision: 'Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions” Mission: “Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being” and Values: “Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect”
The position contributes to an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory, and is physically, psychologically and culturally safe.Your roleThe responsibilities for this position include working in an interdisciplinary team environment to provide psychosocial assessments and social work services for all clients and their families. This can include providing care coordination, support, responding to issues of abuse, neglect & self-neglect, and advocacy support for clients of varying complexity. You may also provide education & support to palliative clients, and their families, including advanced care planning and end of life planning.

For more information on this job, please contact Kristina Mader, Manager, Home Care at 867-332-1157 or
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant at 867-334-5132 or

Your benefits

Government of Yukon's many benefits

Your career, your home, your lifestyleWe 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.Check out:Essential qualificationsPlease 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.

Current registration or eligible to be registered with a Canadian Social Worker regulatory body
Recent experience providing case management as a Social Worker
Recent experience completing assessments

It may be helpful for you to reviewDesired knowledge, skills and suitabilityn, the following:

Strong ability to collaborate and work within a interdisciplinary team
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and conflict management skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Strong skills working with various cultural backgrounds
Ability to take a reflective approach to your practice

Conditions of employment

RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check
TB Screening
CPR Level C with AED (completed within the last 30 months)
WHMIS 2015
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Current registration with a Canadian Social Worker regulatory body

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

Exposure to pets, second-hand smoke, latex products, flowers and/or plants, bed bugs and/or other pests, and other irritants while in client's homes or within facilities
Travel within Whitehorse and surrounding areas, in possible inclement weather, is required

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