Regional Supervisor Child & Family

Department Information

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut.  Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of child protection, legislation, policies, standards and procedures;

Knowledge of supervision theory and skilled in supervision;

Knowledge of labour relations;

Knowledge of child development, family dynamics and communication;

Familiarity with colonization and the residential schools legacy in Canada and the impacts upon Indigenous populations;

Knowledge of individual and family treatment perspectives, family assessment, family support approaches, child abuse/neglect, family violence, substance abuse, child resiliency, and available community resources that support children and families;

Knowledge of conflict resolution, investigative recording, assessment of children and families, crises intervention, risk assessment, motivational skills, advocacy, team building, case conferencing;

Ability to supervise in a unionized environment using positive approaches in dealing with negative situations, coaching, helping, teaching, and protecting children's needs;

Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

Bachelor's degree in social work and three (3) years of related work experience, with at least one (1) year of direct supervisory experience OR

A diploma in social work and five (5) years directly related work experience with at least two (2) years of direct supervisory experience.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Proof of immunization in keeping with current public health practices is required.

Must meet GNWT Professional Registered Social Worker Requirement.

Must be eligible for appointment as a Child Protection Worker

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

1st FLOOR  ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING

BOX 1869

INUVIK, NT  X0E 0T0

Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644

Fax (867) 678-6620

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Immunization Status

The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID #28070

Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $59.62 per hour (approximately $116,259. per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,304.

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