Spo-cp 24r

Posting Title- SPO-CP 24R (Growth) - Child Protection Worker, Protocol Investigator- Position Classification- Social Prog Off-Child Prot R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Langley, BC V3A 8T1 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $83,071.72 - $94,752.42 annually which includes a 3 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*- Close Date- 5/14/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- Service Delivery, SDA 23 - South Fraser- 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 ministry social workers that support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth and their families.

You will coordinate and consult with a wide range of professionals in a multi-disciplinary team environment. You will also be guiding the investigative process, facilitating large meetings, directing tasks, and making recommendations. A strong knowledge of the Child Protection Response Policies and a high skill in the investigative process is crucial in this position. Highly organized and detail oriented, you can document findings succinctly and accurately, can prioritize multiple cases and know when to ask for assistance.

The Protocol Investigator works closely with the Resources Units, the Child Protection Teams and the Directors of Operation within the service delivery area. This position is responsible for managing and investigating reports of abuse and neglect in foster homes and staffed agency resources.

**If you are ready to embark on a new career opportunity - please consider this rewarding career with the BC Public Service**

**Job Requirements**:
**1. Preferred Credentials**:

- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work **OR **Child and Youth Care **OR** Master of Education in 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 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 **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 two years of recent 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 may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following**:

- Preferred education credentials **AND **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)
- A Child Welfare Specialization from an accredited British Columbia university and who have completed their practicum in a child welfare setting.
- Three (3) or more years of Child Protection experience within a child and family service agency that provides legislated services.
- Recent experience (within last 2 years) in intake investigations and family development response. Eligible for delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
- Currently holds or has previously held delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA). Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.**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).

**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 recent and a full list of related work experience.
- Definition of job specific experience.
- Willingness/proviso statements.