Trauma-Informed Victim Support Specialist

Yukon Government; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Yukon is seeking Victim Services Officers in Whitehorse to provide client-centred, trauma-informed support to victims of crime. You will work with partners across the justice system and travel to Yukon communities to deliver essential services and referrals.

Reporting to the Supervisor, you will engage with Indigenous communities, emphasize reconciliation, and uphold confidentiality and professional ethics while serving diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in social work, psychology, criminology, or related field.
• Frontline experience delivering client-centred services.
• Experience with risk assessments, crisis intervention, safety planning and case management.
• Ability to document information within required timelines and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centred, trauma-informed support to victims of crime.
• Collaborate with the criminal justice system and Yukon partners (RCMP, Public Prosecution, etc.).
• Travel to Yukon communities to deliver victim services.
• Maintain documentation and referrals to relevant services.

Skills

Indigenous advocacy

Crisis intervention

Case management

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Social work / psychology / criminology degree

Job description

Government of Yukon is seeking Victim Services Officers in Whitehorse to provide client-centred, trauma-informed support to victims of crime. You will work with partners across the justice system and travel to Yukon communities to deliver essential services and referrals.

Reporting to the Supervisor, you will engage with Indigenous communities, emphasize reconciliation, and uphold confidentiality and professional ethics while serving diverse clients.