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Child and Youth Case Workers

$81.26k per year

Yukon Government

Department

Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Transitional Support Services

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

Classification

SS13

Salary

$81,258.00 - $94,165.00

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 .

Job Summary and Requirements

This posting

This posting will also be used for Anticipatory full-time permanent positions 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 Whitehorse

Who we are

Transitional Support Services provides trauma-informed and relationship-based care to children and youth through therapeutic group homes and outreach services. The young people we work with have often experienced trauma and loss, and may present with a wide range of adaptive behaviours.

This opportunity

Reporting to the Supervisor of Transitional Support Services, the Child and Youth Case Worker is responsible for the client related shift supervision of front line workers, as well as intensive support and therapeutic care of young persons who may present with behavioural, social, emotional or addiction issues, often related to adverse childhood experiences. This may take place in the home and/or community settings.

Working with the Supervisor of Transitional Support Services, and consulting with the larger care team (including clinical professionals where applicable). The position is responsible for operationalizing the overarching plan of care through the development, implementation and assessment of care and/or therapeutic plans that meet the needs of children and youth and provide day-day direction to front line workers.

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.

  • Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Child and Youth Care or Social worker
  • Experience in developing and implementing individual, group and/or family therapeutic plans for children and youth.
  • Experience working in therapeutic programs delivering services to traumatized and behaviorally challenging youth
  • Experience working with a variety of cultures

Candidates who have a diploma in Child and Youth Care or Social worker and experience to the essential qualifications above will be equally 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:

  • A genuine interest in engaging youth at risk and their families in therapeutic processes
  • An understanding of child abuse and trauma and the effects on childhood development
  • Self-awareness of the impact of one’s own behavior on therapeutic processes and the management of crisis
  • Strong team leader with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong writing skills and oral communication skills

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.

RCMP security clearance with vulnerable sector ; valid Yukon Class 5 driver’s license, First Aid and CPR; and TB screening

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

Working Monday – Friday with an opportunity to work overtime on weekends

Learn more

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

04 June 2026

Close Date

17 June 2026

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