Spo 24r - Surrey, Canada - BC Public Service

BC Public Service

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Surrey, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Posting Title- SPO 24R - Adoption Worker (Growth)- Position Classification- Social Program Officer R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- Growth - $65, $71,734.62 annually; FWL - $73, $84,134.34 annually, plus 1 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment (TMA)- Close Date- 8/31/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- Service Delivery- Job SummaryThe role of the Adoptions Worker is to provide adoption services for children, adoptive parents and birth parents and to provide training to community agencies.

You will prepare children for adoption by preparing birth, family and social history reports, attend to the emotional needs of the child related to separation and loss, prepare documentation related to adoption planning, complete adoption home studies etc.

An effective communicator with a collaborative approach, you establish vital working relationships with staff, the community and other stakeholders.

You realize the fundamental importance of permanency and belonging to the overall well-being and development of every child and youth.

You have a solid understanding of trauma and its effects on children and adults. This drives your practice and goal of providing permanency for vulnerable children and youth.

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 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 field
OR Master's level graduate Certificate/Diploma in a Human Services field
AFTER the completion of an unrelated Bachelor's Degree.

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PLUS, a minimum of one year of related OR job-specific work experience.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

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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 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)
Eligible for delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFSCA).
Applicants who selfidentify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.
Applicants who have completed SAFE training.
Applicants who have completed at least week one of Adoption training and/or are eligible for delegation under the Adoption Act
Applicants with AD 1 and / or AD 2 delegation

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.

About this Position:

There is currently 1 permanent full-time opportunity available and 2 temporary full-time opportunities available until December 31, 2024. These temporary opportunities may be extended or become permanent.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent full-time and/or part-time vacancies.

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 r