Spo 24r - Vancouver, Canada - BC Public Service
Description
Posting Title- SPO 24R - Adult Probation Officer (Growth)- Position Classification- Social Program Officer R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Location- Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- Level 1 (growth) $71, annually ; Level 2 (growth) $73, annually; $78, $89, annually which includes a 1 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*- Close Date- 4/24/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- 3/31/2025- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Public Safety & Sol General- Ministry Branch / Division- BC Corrections/Community Corrections- Job SummaryCommunity Corrections staff report a high degree of job satisfaction and value community safety, teamwork and working in collaboration with their peers, supervisors and community and justice partners.
Probation officer positions are in all community corrections locations. For more information about opportunities in a specific location, please contact the local manager.Please see the job description below for a comprehensive list of accountabilities, requirements, and competencies for the probation officer position.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Adult Probation Officer who is looking to be a part of a diverse team.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree (4 years; 120 credits) from a recognized Canadian Institution; PLUS
- No recent jobspecific experience = Growth Series Level One
- 612 months recent jobspecific experience = Growth Series Level Two
months recent job-specific experience = Growth Series Level Four
- 2 years recent jobspecific experience = SPO 24 Full Working Level
- **If you have a degree from outside of Canada or if your degree was taken in a language other than English, please refer to the additional requirements in the job profile.
- Successful completion of the Adult Probation Officer prerequisite course (CORR1000).
- Valid Class 5 B.C. driver's license. A valid Class 7 may be considered.
- Computer and keyboard skills (minimum 30 wpm).
- Transcript from your university degree and a copy of degree**A scanned copy of your valid B.C. driver's license indicating class
- Confirmation of completion of the JIBC pre-requisite course CORR 1000
- Scanned screenshot from a typing test confirming your ability to type 30 WPM
Note:
Applicants currently working as an Adult Probation Officer in B.C. do not have to submit the pre-requisites.
**If you have a degree from outside of Canada or if your degree was taken in a language other than English, please refer to the additional requirements in the job profile.
About this Position:
Downtown Community Court (DCC) is a partnership between the Provincial Court of B.C. justice, social, and health services agencies working together to address the complex crime issues in the Downtown East side area. Our probation officers at DCC work collaboratively with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) and Forensics (psychiatrists and nurses), Vancouver Police, BC Housing, non-profit partners, and the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction. Our integrated teams provide assertive case management to clients experiencing multi-barriers. It is primarily an outreach position in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver requiring travel on foot and by car through the community and in the Vancouver Region. Much of the work takes place in the community and includes home visits at Downtown Eastside hotels, attendance at community resources such as shelters, mental health drop-in centres, and addiction focused resources. This unique and innovative position will be based at the Downtown Community Court and may occasionally support the Vancouver Integrated Supervision Unit as needed.
There are currently
two (2) temporary opportunities available until October 31, 2024, and March 31, 2025. These temporary opportunities may become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
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
