Spo 24r

Posting Title- SPO 24R - Navigator- Position Classification- Social Program Officer R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Courtenay, BC V9N 8H5 CA
Duncan, BC V9L 6B1 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)
- Salary Range- $78,328.69 - $89,268.45 annually, which includes a 1-Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*- Close Date- 10/21/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- Service Delivery- Job Summary**The Team**
The Strengthening Abilities and Journeys of Empowerment (SAJE) program was created to support youth and youth and young adults in and from care aged 14 to 27 with new and enhanced services and benefits. The name was chosen by the Ministry’s Youth Advisory Council, and reflects a positive approach that celebrates the journey from youth to adulthood. The program includes the introduction of funding to better support youth and young adults as they transition from care.

**The Role**
The Navigator supports youth, young adults, and their families to plan for the transition to adulthood and to coordinate with a broad range of government systems and services. Navigators work with cross-government partners to implement an integrated, collaborative approach to planning.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Social Work or Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Child and Youth Care; or, a related degree in an identified human services field (Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Theology, Indigenous Studies, Education, or Nursing).
- Minimum combined 3 years’ relevant post-degree experience in both of the following areas:

- Working in the community with youth or young adults with intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, and their families; AND
- Working with vulnerable youth and young adults with complex needs (i.e., substance use, mental illness, homelessness, or youth in care or formerly from care).
- Experience coordinating interdisciplinary/cross sector teams, providing informal leadership and community engagement.
- Experience engaging with Indigenous communities.
- Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Métis, or Inuit with the required combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated experience in the use of virtual technology (MS Teams, Skype, Zoom, etc.) to deliver services and sustain meaningful engagement with youth, young adults, and families.
- More than combined 5 years’ relevant experience in both of the following areas:

- Working in the community with youth or young adults with intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, and their families; **AND**:

- Working with vulnerable youth and young adults with complex needs (i.e., substance use, mental illness, homelessness, or youth in care or formerly from care).

**Willingness Statements**:

- Must have a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with no restrictions.
- May be required to use your own vehicle, with appropriate insurance, on an expense account basis.
- May be required to work irregular hours, including some evenings and weekends, to accommodate the needs of youth and families.
- Travel (as necessary, based on location) will be required; transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Ministry.
- May be required to travel in adverse (reasonable) weather conditions.
- May be required to travel in remote locations.
- Willingness to work with families facing challenges which may occasionally involve exposure to situations involving individuals in crisis or requiring specialized supports.
- Willing to provide services to youth and families in accordance with a virtual practice model (i.e.over the phone and via video-based technology, if required).

**About this Position**:
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
There is currently 1 permanent opportunity available in Victoria.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Courtenay, and Campbell River.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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