Overview
Care Coordinator – Social Worker Jobs in Whitehorse at Yukon Government
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.
This posting
This posting will be used to fill one (1) one-year full-time term position from August 20, 2026 to August 20, 2027 working 75 hours bi-weekly and one (1) full-time term position from June 1-December 31, 2026, working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill anticipatory permanent, term, AOC and casual vacancies.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.
Our philosophy
Every 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.
Who we are looking for
Are you a Social Worker with current registration who is eager to actively engaging with residents, their families and their care teams to understand and capture their goals, values, and preferences and incorporating these elements into their daily care routines? As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will be informing and creating care plans and supporting continuity of care, focused on meeting physical and medical care needs but also supporting emotional, psychological, and social well-being. As part of this dynamic approach, you’ll conduct thorough assessments and work with the multidisciplinary team in developing targeted interventions, within your scope of practice, to ensure interventions are tailored and effective, while providing continuous support during transitions into and throughout an individual’s journey through care.
This role provides compassionate, holistic, and individualized care that prioritizes the residents’ needs and values, ensuring their dignity and autonomy are respected. This kind of approach to care emphasizes the partnership between healthcare providers and residents, where the residents’ perspectives directly inform the care planning process
- For more information on this job, please contact Aaron Bielz, Manager, Resident Care, at 867-393-7546 or [email protected]
- For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant at 867-332-5132 or [email protected]
Your benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
- federal government recently announced the expansion of its student loan repayment program
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.
- Current registration with a Canadian Social Work regulatory body
- Experience providing case management
- Experience developing person-centred care plans
- Experience conducting assessments
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:
- Strong ability to collaborate and work within a multi-disciplinary 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
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.
- TB Screening
- RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check
- WHMIS 2015
- Current registration with a Canadian Social Work regulatory body
Job requirements
This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:
- Exposure to pets
- Exposure to second-hand smoke, latex products, flowers and/or plants and other irritants while in client homes or within facilities
- Travel within Whitehorse
Learn more
- For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [email protected] or phone 867-667-9453.
Title: Care Coordinator – Social Worker
Company: Yukon Government
Location: Whitehorse
