Sw Ast 15r - Castlegar, Canada - BC Public Service

BC Public Service

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Castlegar, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Posting Title- SW AST 15R - SPO Assistant- Position Classification- Social Worker Assistant R15- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Castlegar, BC V1N 4P5 CA

Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Penticton, BC V2A 8X1 CA
Trail, BC V1R 4T2 CA
Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA
Salary Range $57, $64,805.30 annually
Close Date 12/5/2023
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service > Children & Family Development
Ministry Branch / Division
SDD
Job Summary
An opportunity to gain valuable experience in child welfare services and make a difference in the lives of children and youth in BC

The Ministry of Children and Family Development 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 BC.

The Ministry is responsible for regional and province wide delivery of services and programs that support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth and their families.

The Social Program Officer Assistant provides case management assistance and assume limited delegated authority under the Child Family and Community Service Act and the Adoption Act.

Key responsibilities include of this position include assisting in the child abuse/neglect investigations, assisting in guardianship responsibilities for children/youth in care or children/youth in adoption residency, supporting youth agreements and service providers in independent living plan, implementing planned moves for youth, maintaining contact with children/youth in care, foster parents and families.

The position may coordinate and organize training events and care plan meetings and other supporting duties as required.

In this position you will work closely with MCFD Social Workers and other staff, community professionals and the Indigenous community to provide the highest level of service to children/youth and their families while adhering to Ministry's policies and standards.

Job Requirements:

Secondary school graduation or equivalent PLUS at least one of the following:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Child & Youth Care or a Human Services field*; OR
NOTE: If your degree 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.

One year of experience working with children and youth in a directly related field** PLUS two years of postsecondary studies towards a degree, or a diploma or certificate in a Human Services field*; OR
At least two years experience working with children and youth in a directly related field*
Human Services field includes social work, psychology, sociology, criminology, anthropology, early childhood education, indigenous studies, education, theology, and nursing.

**Related field includes experience in one or more of the following: - Working directly with children and youth in any of the following settings: residential care, childcare, youth care, education settings (e.g., education assistant); OR

Providing administrative support to:
Child Protection, Child and Youth with Support Needs, Child and Youth Mental Health, Youth Justice, Guardianship, Adoptions, Resources, or related Service Delivery program; OR
Delegated Aboriginal Agency (DAA) setting; OR
Family services agency or contracted agency providing assessment, counselling and family support services to children youth and families.

Additional Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

Applicants who have a bachelor's degree in social work, Child & Youth Care, or a related Human Services field.
Experience using the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) Integrated Case Management (ICM) and/or Management Information Systems (MIS) computer systems.
Applicants who selfidentify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit with the required combination of education and experience.

Willingness Statements

Travel, as necessary, is a requirement; therefore, transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Ministry.
May be required to travel in adverse (reasonable) weather conditions.
May be required to use your own vehicle, with appropriate insurance.
This position requires irregular work hours, including some evenings and weekends.
Opportunity to work with families facing challenges which may occasionally involve exposure to unpleasant dealings with angry, abusive, or abused clients; exposure to hazards from frequently working around volatile parents and/or children in crisis.

**About this Position*