Department

Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Therapies - Copper Ridge

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

06 January 2028

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

ST17

Salary

$99,800.00 - $115,857.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference**.**

Job Summary and Requirements

This posting

This posting will be used to fill two (2) term full-time positions working 75 hours bi-weekly. One term will be from June 23, 2026 to January 6, 2028 and the other will be from August 28, 2026 to January 10, 2028. It will establish a 6-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.

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.

This opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Therapeutic and Behavioural Care Services, this position is responsible for planning, leading, implementing and evaluating the delivery and operation of therapeutic services within Continuing Care long-term care homes. This position may carry a clinical load in the incumbent’s trained discipline, and will also supervises Recreation Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Registered Dietitians, Physiotherapists, Coordinators of Volunteer Services, Spiritual Care Providers, Rehabilitation Assistants and Recreation Therapy Assistants or Therapy Assistants.

• For more information on this job, please contact Thayna Wasiliew, A/Manager, Therapeutic and Behavioural Care Services at 867-332-5972 or thayna.wasiliew@yukon.ca

• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant at 867-334-5132 or leah.berman@yukon.ca

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.

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; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.

• Registered with a Canadian regulatory body as a Recreation Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist, Physiotherapist or Registered Dietitian

• Experience providing supervision to direct care staff within a multi-disciplinary team setting

• Experience in planning, leading, implementing and evaluating the delivery and operation of therapeutic services and/or life enrichment services

• Experience providing leadership and person-centered care in a long-term care setting is an asset

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:

• Strong client/resident focus including a commitment to supporting a person-centred culture and the promotion of quality of life, dignity and respect

• Ability to promote and model the establishment, development, and application of positive organizational values, ethical practice, and working relationships across many disciplines

• Demonstrated change management skills, leading effectively through fast changing environments to create and implement change

• Talent for modeling strong inter/intrapersonal skills, fostering the learning and abilities of the team through own self-awareness and reflection

• Excellent planning and delivery skills such as oral/written communication, critical thinking, and organization

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

• Standard First Aid with CPR Level C (completed within the last 30 months)

• Food Safe (completed within the past 2 years)

• A valid Class 4 Driver’s License

• WHMIS 2015

• Current registration with a licensing body according to the candidate’s field of practice

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

• Bending, reaching, climbing stairs
• Driving
• Potential for exposure to burns, dust, fumes and/or loud noises from equipment use
• Exposure to infectious diseases
• Exposure to animals and to second-hand smoke from residents
• Exposure to emotional, physically abusive, and/or dissatisfied residents.

Learn more

• For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.caor phone 867-667-9453.

Eligibility List

6 months

Post Date

21 April 2026

Close Date

13 May 2026

Job Description

Supervisor, Therapeutic Services JD