Spo 21r

Posting Title- SPO 21R - Roots Practitioner- Position Classification- Social Prog Off R21- Union- GEU- Location- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $63,446.31 - $72,142.65 annually- Close Date- 2/22/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- SDD- Job Summary**Make a difference in this rewarding career opportunity**

The Roots Practitioner will work with and explore the Indigenous child’s family and community for the purpose of cultural connections, relationships, family support and permanency. The position is responsible to develop and facilitate programs to support cultural connections for children and their families and to promote cultural understanding for caregivers, staff, and services providers.

There are several permanent job opportunities available for Roots Practitioners to support the work on Indigenous service teams including Child Protection, Children and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN) and Youth Services. The Roots Practitioner provides cultural support and understanding for the children, youth and families receiving Ministry services across all service areas.

**Job Requirements**:

- Diploma or higher in Health/Human Service or related field plus **related experience**; **Or**:

- Certificate in Health/Human Service or related field plus 2 years **related experience**.
- **Related Experience must include**:

- Experience working with Indigenous families and communities.

**Preference may be given to applicants with the following**:

- Experience working with Indigenous children and youth who are in care, or Indigenous children, youth and families in a community social services setting.
- Experience developing and/or facilitating programs/events that promote cultural understanding and or cultural teachings and awareness.
- Applicants who have experience working with Indigenous communities with demonstrated links to those communities.
- Applicants who have Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

**Willingness Statements**:

- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC driver's licence.
- Required to travel to Indigenous communities within BC and throughout Canada.
- May be required to work evening/weekends.
- May be required to regularly travel in remote locations.
- May be required to use own vehicle on an expense account basis with appropriate insurance coverage.
- May be exposed to unpleasant dealings in often emotionally charged situations.

**About this Position**:
There is one regular full-time vacancy at the Indigenous Team, Surrey.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.

**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 better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service can help Indigenous applicants (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis or Inuit) interested in BC Public Service job positions.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover letter required: NO - **Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

**Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) -** You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

**Additional Information**:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
- Job Category- Social Services