Department

Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Regional Services

Location

Haines Junction, YT Y0B 1L0 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

SS16

Salary

$94,501.00 - $109,661.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

25%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference**.**

Job Summary and Requirements

This is a until –filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest.

This posting

This posting will be used to fill one (1) permanent full-time position 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 the thriving and diverse city of Haines Junction in the beautiful Yukon.

Our team

The Family and Children's Services Branch is responsible for territory-wide delivery of services and programs that support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth, and families.

This position's recruitment is a collaborative initiative between the Shadhäla Äshèyi yè Kwädän - Champagne and Aishihik First Nations (CAFN) and the Ministry of Health and Social Services. The position is based in the village of Dakwäkäda (Haines Junction, YT) and will work closely with the CAFN Community Wellness Director and CAFN Wellness Manager.

The Champagne and Aishihik First Nations are a self-governing First Nation with Traditional Territories in the Yukon Territory and northern British Columbia. Champagne and Aishihik First Nations people and government strive to promote a healthy, unified and self-reliant people, while conserving and enhancing their environment and culture.

Your role

The Family and Children's Services Branch is responsible for territory-wide delivery of services and programs that support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth, and families.

As a Regional Social Worker, you will deliver Child Welfare in community of Haines Junction. In this role, you will make a positive difference in the lives of children, youth and families within Yukon

If you have a desire to support the lives of Yukoners through a dedicated career in social services, consider becoming a member of our dynamic Family and Children's Services team. We seek a highly motivated, dynamic, resourceful and results-oriented social worker for our communities.

Regional Social Workers are delegated to carry out duties under the Child and Family Services Act, provide after hours on-call coverage as required and work collaboratively and with transparency with First Nation governments.

**For more information on this job, please contact Brian Bendell, Manager Family & Children Services (Regional)**at 867-332-5043 or Brian.Bendell@yukon.ca

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Taylor Barr, HR Consultant at 867-332-5380 or Taylor.Barr@yukon.ca

Your benefits

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

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; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.

• Bachelor of Social Work.
• Social work experience and/or practicum in providing services, to families. Preference will be given to individuals that have some prior experience in delivering Child Protection/Intervention services.
• Experience working in remote communities and indigenous cultural competency would be an asset to this role.

NOTE: If your Bachelor of Social Work degree was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through any members of the Alliance of Credentials 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 rural 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.

• Demonstrates interest in child and family services including child protection.

• Sound ethical decision making and judgement skills that demonstrates the capacity to complete family, children and individual assessments at a professional level.

• Excellent decision-making skills and practice guided by the Canadian Association of Social Work Code of Ethics.

• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and professional partnerships that demonstrates a professional level of written and oral communication.

• 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; and,

• 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

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

• Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector,

• Valid Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent,

• Verification of Bachelor of Social Work; and,

• Demonstrate 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 work in rural communities.
• Travel is required.
• Provide coverage for other workers as needed.
• Frequent evening, weekend and statutory holiday work hours are required; and,
• 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.

Learn more

• For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.caor phone 867-667-9453.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

30 April 2026

Close Date

29 July 2026

Job Description

JD FCS Child Protection Social Worker (Regional) - Haines Junction 2026