Social Worker - Disability Services

Department

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

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

31 March 2027

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

Classification

SS16

Salary

$94,501.00 - $109,661.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

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 posting

This posting will be used to fill one full-time term (until March 31, 2027) anticipatory permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions. Temporary assignments may be considered, with supervisory approval.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

Our team

Reporting to a Clinical Supervisor at Disability Services the Social Worker is responsible for coordinating the delivery of a range of services, including early intervention, and services across the lifespan, to children, youth and adults with disabilities.

Your role

The supports and services provided by Disability Services are intended to support individuals with disabilities to reach their fullest potential, and improve overall quality of life, including promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities in their communities.

• For more information on this job, please contact Alisha Zylstra, A/Manager, Disability Services, at [email protected]
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Katie Terrion, HR Consultant at [email protected]

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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work
• Experience working with adults or children with intellectual or developmental disabilities,
• Experience developing and implementing case plans collaboratively with clients and families,
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide therapies and services to children with disabilities.
• Experience working in remote or northern communities, along with demonstrated Indigenous cultural competency, would be considered an asset

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:

• Commitment to and a passion for working with adults and children with disabilities and their families
• Conflict resolution skills
• Ability to solve complex problems
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build & maintain effective working relationships and cooperative partnerships with colleagues, clients and external stakeholders
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment

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.

• Copy of Bachelor of Social Work degree
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
• RCMP Vulnerable Sector Security Clearance
• TB screening
• WHMIS 2015

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

• Position may be exposed to critical, unpredictable and highly emotionally charged case situations.
• Travel within the territory

Learn more

• For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email ***email_hidden*** or phone 867-667-9453.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

09 June 2026

Close Date

23 June 2026

Social Worker - Disability Services JD June 2026