Cpo-cv 15r

Posting Title- CPO-CV 15R - Caseworker, Victim Court Support Programs- Position Classification- Comm Program Officer (CVWS)R15- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 4W6 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
- Salary Range- $59,015.56 - $66,749.47 annually- Close Date- 10/2/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Public Safety & Sol General- Ministry Branch / Division- Community Safety and Victim Services Branch- Job Summary**The Team**
The Victim Court Support Program team is an established group of approximately 20 dedicated Caseworkers, Site Coordinators, and Managers. This passionate and hardworking team provides vital services to victims and survivors of serious crime, offering emotional support, safety planning, court accompaniment, and referrals to other services. Their work plays a critical role in guiding victims through the criminal court process with care and respect.

**The Role**
As a Caseworker, Victim Court Support Programs, you will provide in-person support to victims, survivors, witnesses, and their families as they navigate the criminal court process. Working independently across several courthouses, including in Vancouver, Surrey, Port Coquitlam, and Abbotsford, you'll offer compassionate, trauma-informed services to clients experiencing complex grief and trauma. You'll collaborate closely with Crown Counsel to ensure comprehensive support for those involved in the court process. This rewarding role allows you to make a meaningful impact in the community, helping vulnerable individuals through challenging times.

**Qualifications**:
**Education and Experience Requirements**
- Completed post-secondary program in a related field (eg. social services, social sciences, criminology, psychology, social work,); and one (1) year related experience*; OR,
- Completed post-secondary coursework in a related field and two (2) years of related experience*
- Related experience may include volunteer/community work and must include each of the following:

- Experience providing direct service to victims/survivors of crime or trauma, or other people impacted by violence, loss, or marginalization.
- Experience working to build relationships with government, justice and community organizations delivering services to clients.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

- Experience working with the Criminal Justice System.
- Experience providing direct service to victims/survivors of crime.
- Experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities.
- More years of experience in the required and/or preferred experiences listed above.

Provisos/willingness statements
- Regular travel to the various courthouse locations is required.

Please see the attached job profile for a full list of provisos/willingness statements related to this position.

**About this Position**:
There is currently one (1) position available in Vancouver.
This position's work schedule consists of working 4 work days per week (8.75 hours per day) for a total of 70 hours bi-weekly.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in: Surrey, Vancouver, Abbotsford, and Port Coquitlam.
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.

**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 BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. 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.

**Questionnaire: YES - **You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. 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. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
- Job Category- Administrative Services, Court and Judicial Services