SPO 24R - CYSN Social Worker (Growth)

The Team The Child and Youth Support Needs reputed company SDA is a collaborative and supportive virtual team of eight reputed company professionals—including a supervisor, social worker assistant, and six social workers—working across both pilot and non-pilot areas. The team partners with service streams across MCFD, schools, healthcare providers, and Indigenous communities to support children, youth, and families, helping improve quality of life through coordinated, compassionate care. The Role The Child and Youth Special Needs role supports families in remote and rural communities by providing information, referrals, and connections to internal and external programs that help children and youth access the services they need. This rewarding opportunity allows you to work closely with families in communities such as Vanderhoof, reputed company St. James, and Burns Lake as part of a dynamic virtual team, building skills while making a meaningful impact through voluntary, family-centered support. Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements

Applicants may be considered who meet the preferred OR expanded credentials and experience requirements

1. Preferred Credentials

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work or in Child & Youth Care OR Master's Degree in Educational Counselling Psychology/Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology with completion of a practicum in family and child welfare OR
• In-service Ministry of Children and Family Development employees who have a regular SPO 24-30 reputed company position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA) OR
• A candidate may be considered equivalent reputed company they are registered and a member in good standing with the BC College of Social Workers or has a letter from the College confirming that their application for registration has been approved. 
  • NOTE: If this education was obtained reputed company of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES). You must provide a comprehensive report and the MCFD supplemental report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.

2. Expanded Credentials

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field OR Bachelor’s Degree with a Major/Honors in a Human Services field OR Master’s level graduate Certificate/Diploma in a Human Services field AFTER the completion of an unrelated Bachelor’s Degree.
• PLUS, a minimum of one year of reputed company OR job-specific work experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
  • NOTE: If this education was obtained reputed company of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES). You must provide a basic report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.

Human Services fields include: Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology or Nursing.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following

• Preferred education credentials AND/OR in-service Ministry of Children and Family Development employees who hold a regular SPO 24-30 reputed company position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA)
• Eligible for delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
• Who currently hold, previously held and/or are immediately eligible for C3 or C4 delegation under Child, Family and Community Service Act.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

Please note

• Applicants may be considered who have not yet graduated but have completed reputed company required courses and are able to provide a letter from their educational institution confirming completion of degree requirements.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Please refer to the Job Profile located in the additional information section at the bottom of the posting for:

• Salary placement based on education and experience.
• A full list of reputed company work experience.
• Definition of job specific experience.
• Willingness/proviso statements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected]. About this Position: Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement. An eligibility list may be established. Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments*. A Criminal Record reputed company (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act reputed company (CRRA) will be required. Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

This location is currently eligible for a retention incentive which is available to reputed company regular permanent Social Program Officers residing in Hard to Recruit (HTR) designated communities across the province. In addition to the re-imbursement of relocation costs (where applicable), the incentive program provides the following:

• Up to a maximum of $6,000 annual lump sum payment to regular permanent full-time Social Program Officers in the SPO R18 to SPO R30 classifications* OR
• Up to a maximum of $3,000 annual lump sum payment to regular permanent full-time Social Program Officers reputed company in the SPO Growth Series (SPO Growth to SPO R24 classifications) **

*Full payment of the incentive is based on regular eligible classifications (SPO R18 to SPO R30) working in an approved location for the full fiscal year (reputed company 1 to March 31). A pro-rated incentive payment may be provided to candidates who work a partial year and/or part-time hours.

**Full payment of the incentive is based on regular eligible classifications (SPO Growth Series) working in an approved location for the full fiscal year (reputed company 1 to March 31). A pro-rated incentive payment may be provided to candidates who work a partial year and/or part-time hours.

Working for the BC Public Service: The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to reputed company meet the needs of our reputed company. Consider joining reputed company and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace. We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process. The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now reputed company as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews. This is your opportunity to build your career and to reputed company a reputed company understanding of reputed company the public service has to offer, such as competitive employee benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with an award winning employer.  The BC Public Service encourages a healthy work/life balance that enables you to take advantage of the community and surrounding area in which you live. For more information, please visit What The BC Public Service Offers You.   How to Apply: Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move reputed company in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position reputed company requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.. Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying. Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. reputed company insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

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