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Family Resource Worker

Family Resource Worker

Government of YukonWhitehorse, YT, Canada
14 days ago
Salary
CA$77,617.00–CA$89,913.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Government of Yukon ->

Health & Social Services - Family Resources

Location : Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type : Permanent

End Date : Full / Part Time : Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly : 75

Classification : SS12

Salary : $77,617.00 - $89,913.00

Union : YEU

Days Off : Other

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 2 permanent full-time positions working 75 hours 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 Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

Who we are : We are the Family Resource Unit in Yukon’s Department of Health and Social Services. While working closely with Yukon First Nations, we aim to make a difference through the delivery of Yukon-wide services and programs that support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth, and their families.

Your role : The Family Resource Worker is responsible for providing and maintaining culturally appropriate, home-based support services and groups for caregivers with children aged 0-19 within Yukon. The position works to strengthen the caregiver-child relationship by enhancing parenting skills, reducing caregiver stress, and addressing the needs of caregivers to promote a safe and healthy environment for children and their caregivers. The position works closely with other government and non-government resources in the provision and coordination of services to the child(ren) and families.

Important application and job requirements :

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.

  • Completion of Social Work Degree, Social Services Diploma or Degree in a related field, such as Psychology
  • Experience identifying risks to families and children
  • Experience working with parents
  • Experience maintaining client records
  • Experience facilitating groups would be an asset

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability :

  • Proven ability to build rapport and trust in relationships with clients, collaterals, and stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Understanding the values and practice of strength-based, family-centered services
  • Awareness of child protection and Child and Family Services Act
  • Understanding of Yukon First Nations Culture and self-reflective cultural practices
  • Ability to conduct assessments (i.e., risks to families and children, family strengths and goals, family functioning)
  • Valid Yukon class 5 drivers’ license or equivalent
  • TB screening
  • WHMIS 2015 (completed within 1-month of hire)

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

  • Work evenings and weekends
  • Travel throughout the territory in adverse weather conditions

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