Care Coordinator - Social Worker

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Whitehorse is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their team. This role requires current registration with a Canadian regulatory body, relevant case management experience, and the ability to create and implement person-centred care plans. The ideal candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care tailored to residents' needs and values. Among the competitive benefits offered, there is a strong community commitment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Additional financial and non-financial benefits

Qualifications

• Experience providing case management.
• Experience developing person-centred care plans.
• Experience conducting assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments and develop targeted interventions.
• Create care plans in collaboration with residents and care teams.
• Provide continuous support during transitions through care.

Skills

Collaborative work in a multi-disciplinary team

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict management skills

Effective communication

Cultural sensitivity

Reflective practice

Education

Current registration with a Canadian Social Work regulatory body

Job description

Job Summary And Requirements

This posting will be used to fill one (1) casual full-time position working 75 hours bi-weekly, ending March 17, 2026. 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 engage with residents, their families and their care teams to understand and capture their goals, values, and preferences and incorporate 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.

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.

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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”.

Skills

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 E‑[e-mail] or phone 867‑667‑9453.

Contact

• For more information on this job, please contact Cynthia Theberge, Manager, Resident Care; phone 867‑332‑2335 or email [e-mail].
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant; phone 867‑332‑5132 or email [e-mail].