Spo 24r

Posting Title- SPO 24R - Youth Probation Officer - Youth Who Commit Sexual Offences Specialist (Growth)- Position Classification- Social Program Officer R24- Union- GEU- Location- Delta, BC V4L 2M1 CA
- Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
- White Rock, BC V4B 4M2 CA- Salary Range- $61,681.11 - $78,814.47 annually (Growth)- Close Date- 3/14/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- Specialized Intervention & Youth Justice- Job Summary**Consider a rewarding career opportunity as a Youth Probation Officer**

Youth Probation Officers with the Ministry of Children and Family Development, work on multi-disciplinary teams, delivering community youth justice services to every community throughout British Columbia. With a strong sense of collaboration, advocacy/accountability and leadership, and the commitment to affect real change, you provide services with graduated levels of intervention, supervision, and control of young persons. These services are provided collaboratively and in conjunction with the principles of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

**The Role**:The Sexual Offences Specialist position provides supervision and assistance to young persons in conflict with the law who are charged with or have been sentenced for committing a sexual offence. Supervision of clients occurs within the South Fraser Service Delivery area, in collaboration with various community partners and agencies. The specialist assists the Court by conducting complex investigations and assumes case management responsibilities of this specific clientele base. Works collaboratively with relevant community and justice system professionals, and closely with Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services (YFPS) in order to meet the needs of young persons and reduce the risk of sexual reoffending. Increased knowledge of risk assessment tools, safety plans, offence cycles and relapse prevention plans are key for the specialist role.

**Job Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, **OR** Bachelor’s Degree in a *Human Services field or equivalent.
- Experience gained working as a Fully Delegated Youth Probation Officer in a Canadian Jurisdiction

**NOTE**: If your degree was obtained outside 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 field includes**: Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology or Nursing.

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

- Experience working as Fully Delegated Youth Probation Officer with six months or more experience in this area.
- Applicants who self-identify as 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 all 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.
- Definition of job specific experience.
- Willingness/proviso statements.

**About this Position**:
An eligibility list may be established.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work 1 day at home per week as per the Telework Agreement.

**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.

With over 200 different occupations available in 280 communities across the province, we offer exciting opportunities for your career. Come be a part of the BC Public Service, a Top 100 Employer that embraces diversity, health and career growth. For more information, please see What We Offer.

**How to Apply**:
**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 be required to answer a standard questionnaire.

**Additional Information**:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

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