Regional Supervisor, Child & Family Services
Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.
Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:
https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Regional Supervisor, Child and Family Services is located in Inuvik and reports to the Regional Manager, Child and Family Services. The Regional Supervisor, Child and Family Services supervises a team consisting of Family and Community Social Workers, based in Inuvik. On a regular basis, this position is required to complete, or assist with the completion of any and all the duties of the Family and Community and Social Worker. This position acts for the Regional Manager, Child and Family Services as required. This position provides cover of responsibilities for other supervisors as necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Child Protection, Legislation, Policies, Standards, and Procedures
- Knowledge of supervision theory and skilled in supervision
- Knowledge of Labour Relations
- Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, and communications
- Knowledge of social work ethics, cross-cultural awareness
- Familiarity with colonization and the residential school legacy in Canada and the impacts upon Indigenous populations
- Knowledge of individual and family treatment perspectives, family assessment, family support approaches, child abuse/neglect, family violence, substance abuse, child resiliency, and available community resources that support children and families
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Bachelor's degree in social work and three (3) years of related work experience, with at least one (1) year of direct supervisory experience, OR A diploma in social work and five (5) years directly related work experience with at least two (2) years of direct supervisory experience.
Completion of a Master in Social Work would be an asset.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Proof of immunization in keeping with current public health practices is required.
Must meet GNWT Professional Registered Social Worker Requirement.
Must be eligible for appointment as a Child Protection Worker.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Regional Supervisor, Child & Family Services
Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.
Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:
https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Regional Supervisor, Child and Family Services is located in Inuvik and reports to the Regional Manager, Child and Family Services. The Regional Supervisor, Child and Family Services supervises a team consisting of Family and Community Social Workers, based in Inuvik. On a regular basis, this position is required to complete, or assist with the completion of any and all the duties of the Family and Community and Social Worker. This position acts for the Regional Manager, Child and Family Services as required. This position provides cover of responsibilities for other supervisors as necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Child Protection, Legislation, Policies, Standards, and Procedures
- Knowledge of supervision theory and skilled in supervision
- Knowledge of Labour Relations
- Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, and communications
- Knowledge of social work ethics, cross-cultural awareness
- Familiarity with colonization and the residential school legacy in Canada and the impacts upon Indigenous populations
- Knowledge of individual and family treatment perspectives, family assessment, family support approaches, child abuse/neglect, family violence, substance abuse, child resiliency, and available community resources that support children and families
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Bachelor's degree in social work and three (3) years of related work experience, with at least one (1) year of direct supervisory experience, OR A diploma in social work and five (5) years directly related work experience with at least two (2) years of direct supervisory experience.
Completion of a Master in Social Work would be an asset.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Proof of immunization in keeping with current public health practices is required.
Must meet GNWT Professional Registered Social Worker Requirement.
Must be eligible for appointment as a Child Protection Worker.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.