Community Social Services Worker III
Job Summary
Department Information
The Tlicho Community Services Agency is a unique organization responsible for the delivery of education, health and social services within the Tlicho region. The Tlicho Community Services Agency's vision 'Strong Like Two People' is a metaphor for the desire by community leadership to build an organization, and create programs and services that recognize the strength and importance of two cultures.
Job Information
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver Child and Family Services in accordance with applicable legislation, regulations, policies, standards, and ministerial directives of TCSA and the GNWT.
- Receive, investigate, and assess child protection concerns and complaints, and determine if a child is in need of protection.
- Provide voluntary and mandated support services to children, youth (including those 16+), families, and individuals, including crisis intervention when required.
- Develop, implement, monitor, and review case plans and plans of care, including coordination of services, referrals, and placements within and outside the territory.
- Prepare, coordinate, and participate in court processes, including documentation, presentations, and consultation with legal counsel.
- Assess, recruit, support, place, and monitor foster homes and foster care placements, including completion of home studies and required documentation.
- Support community development and prevention initiatives through participation in needs assessments, program delivery, workshops, and community meetings.
- Provide after hours emergency social services, respond to crisis calls, and participate in data collection, reporting, and continuous quality improvement activities.
Key Qualifications:
- A relevant Degree (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology) AND
- One (1) year of experience in Child Protection.
OR
- A Social Work Diploma AND
- Two (2) years of experience in Child Protection.
Additional Requirements:
- Class 5 Drivers License.
- Must be able to obtain a Child Protection Statutory Appointment within the first six (6) months of employment and maintain it.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Labour Market Supplement
The successful incumbent will receive a $12,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $12,000 supplement after completion of 12 months of continuous employment contingent on remaining employed in an eligible position for a further 12 months. This is a taxable benefit and will be subject to applicable deductions.
Term Position
This job opening is for a Two (2) Year Term
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 # 27784
Closing Date: May 14, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $52.00per hour to $62.09 per hour (approximately $101,400 - 121,076.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,536.
Application Assistance
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