Spo-cp 24r

Posting Title- SPO-CP 24R - Child Protection Worker (Growth)- Position Classification- Social Prog Off-Child Prot R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
- Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
- Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
- Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA- Salary Range- $65,844.70 - $91,992.70 annually which includes a 3 Grids Temporary Market Adjustment*- Close Date- 3/17/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- Provincial Centralized Screening- Job Summary**If you are ready to embark on a new career opportunity - please consider this rewarding career with the BC Public Service**

The Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) promotes and develops the capacity of families and communities to care for and protect vulnerable children and youth, and supports healthy child and family development to maximize the potential of every child in B.C. The Ministry is responsible for regional and province-wide delivery of services and programs through dedicated child and family service workers that support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth and their families.

We are looking for dynamic individuals who are devoted to helping others and improving the lives and wellbeing of children and families. When you pursue a career as a Child Protection Worker, you are choosing a meaningful role in supporting the lives of British Columbians. In this Child Protection Worker position, you work with a mindset of curiosity and respect to recognize the strengths and needs of children, youth and families. You are agile and flexible in your responses to needs, focusing on the strengths of individuals, families, communities and cultures. You have a sincere commitment to invest in relationships and community, practicing from a place of connection.

**Job 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 Bachelor’s Degree or higher 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 base position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).

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 related OR job-specific work experience. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. NOTE: If this education 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 fields include: Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology or Nursing.

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION**:
PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WITH THE FOLLOWING:
Applicants with preferred education credentials AND/OR In-service MCFD employees who hold a SPO24-30 base position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Service Act (CFCSA).PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WITH THE FOLLOWING:

- 2 or more years of current employment as a Child Protection Worker (SPO-CP 24R).
- Experience working with Indigenous communities (First Nations, Métis or Inuit).
- A Child Welfare Specialization from an accredited British Columbia university and who have completed their practicum in a child welfare setting. Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.Proviso:

- 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:

- A full list of related work experience.
- Definition of job specific experience. Willingness/proviso statements.**About this Position**:
Currently we have multiple full time permanent positions available with Provincial Centralized Screening.

This position can be based at any location listed above. NOTE: Provincial Centralized Screening is a hybrid