Community Social Services Worker (Casual)
The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2023. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Enjoy Nunavut’s majestic natural landscapes, active community life, rich Inuit arts, wildlife viewing and immersion in Inuit culture, which are among the many benefits of living and working in one of Nunavut’s 25 communities! The Government of Nunavut, through the Department of Family Services, is looking to hire Community Social Service Workers for multiple positions across the territory! If you’re motivated and relish adventure, this challenging and rewarding opportunity awaits! Come join our team and help us promote and enhance the overall health of Nunavummiut!
Your role
Reporting to the Supervisor, Children and Family Services you will be representing the Department of Family Services in all matters related to enhancing the overall health of individuals and families in the assigned community. As a professional in the community, you will be required to work with other associated professional bodies, including the RCMP, Mental Health, Medical Personnel, Education, Justice and various community resources. You will be considered an essential service provider of the community. Key focus areas you would be responsible for include:
- Program Delivery
- Child Welfare
- Adult Protection Services
- Individual and Family/Group Counseling
- Aged/physically challenged Services
- Providing a liaison services at large in the Community
- Adoptions
Who we are
Our department is responsible for developing and implementing strategic programs and initiatives for the residents of Nunavut in the areas of child and family services, career development and training, adoptions, income assistance, and poverty reduction. These services aim to help strengthen and ensure the well-being of the residents of Nunavut and its communities.
Community Social Services Workers play a crucial role within the child and family services division. These positions are located in each of Nunavut’s 25 communities.
What we have to offer
- You will be provided with a competitive salary package with an hourly pay range of $46.83 to $56.37. In addition, you will be provided with an attractive Northern Living Allowance which ranges from $8.20 to $22.35 per hour, depending on the community you reside in.
- Subsidized furnished accommodations may be available
- Relocation assistance
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Attractive benefits packages and leave entitlements
- This position is included in the Nunavut Employees Union
What is required?
- A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work / Diploma in Social Work
- 1 year of practical child protection experience
- A class 5 driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 4 months of hire
- A Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records check
A time-limited Letter of Authorization to practice in Nunavut is provided to the successful Casual hires, upon approval by the Director.
The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.
Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.
If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to @email
- The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
- Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
- Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
- The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.