Spo-cp 24r
1 week ago
Posting Title
SPO-CP 24R (Growth) - Child Protection Worker
Position Classification
Social Prog Off-Child Prot R24
Union
GEU
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$65,844.70 - $91,992.70 annually which includes a 3 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*
Close Date
3/13/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service
- Children & Family Development
Ministry Branch / Division
SDD
Job Summary
Grow your social services career with the BC Public Service Join a team united by a shared commitment to maximize the potential of every child in BC.
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.
The Maxxine Wright Community Health Centre works with mothers to provide comprehensive health care, social and parenting supports for women impacted by substance use and/or violence/abuse. Services include pre and post-natal care, opioid treatment, primary health care for women and their children, counselling, immunizations, and preventive health interventions.
If you are ready to embark on a new career opportunity - please consider this rewarding career with the BC Public Service
**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 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) OR
**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 comprehensive report and the MCFD supplemental report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
**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.
**Preference will be given to applicants with the following**:
Preferred education credentials AND/OR in-service Ministry of Children and Family Development employees who hold a regular SPO 24-30 base position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA)
**Preference may be given to applicants with the following**:
Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.
Currently hold or be immediately eligible for C6 delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act.
Minimum one (1) year of experience providing Child Protection, and Guardianship Services under the Child, Family and Community Service Act
**Please note**:
Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).
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