Social Service Worker, Central Yukon (Dawson City)

Job Summary and Requirements This posting will be used to fill 3 term full‑time positions (until March 31, 2027) working 75 bi‑weekly. It will establish a 12‑month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions. This job is based in Pelly Crossing, Faro, and Ross River 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 communities 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.

Contact Information

For more information on this job, please contact Brian Bendell, Manager Regional Services at



For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Katharine Terrion, HR Consultant at

Katharine,

Your benefit In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non‑financial benefits, including the 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

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 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”.

Skills (Desired knowledge, skills and suitability)

Demonstrated interest in Whitehorse Yukon social work

Ability to work in a multicultural environment with an emphasis on Yukon First Nation's culture

Strong knowledge and experience in social work principles and practices in child welfare and case management

Demonstrated 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 level

Ability to take a broad‑based, strategic approach to community development in response to mandated client service

Ability to prepare affidavits or court documents and intervention services including investigations and core protection services

The skill to work with high‑risk complex cases with a strong ability to help deescalate clients and/or deal with potentially volatile and aggressive individuals

Ability 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

Vulnerable Sector Security Clearance

A child welfare record check satisfactory to the employee

Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent

Verification of undergraduate (Bachelor) degree in social sciences field

Demonstrate the potential to be delegated within 12 months of hire under the Child and Family Services Act

Job Requirements

Willingness to work in rural communities

Travel is required

Provide coverage for other workers as needed

Frequent evening, weekend and statutory holiday work hours are required

Occasional involvement in situations involving angry, abusive or abused clients

May be exposed to hazards from frequently working around volatile parents and/or children who are in crisis

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or phone 867-667-9453

Eligibility List: 12 months

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