Spo 24r - Nanaimo, Canada - BC Public Service
Description
Posting Title- SPO 24R - Guardianship Worker (Growth)- Position Classification- Social Program Officer R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $65, $86,668.39 annually which includes a 1 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*- Close Date- 4/3/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- Service Delivery, SDA 3- Vancouver Island- Job SummaryThe Guardianship Worker strives to ensure the safety and well-being of children in care by developing and supervising a comprehensive plan of care, informs caregivers of their responsibilities, monitors the placement of children, provides guidance regarding children's behavior.
There is potential for this position to include work with children out of parental care on a temporary or "out of care" basis as well as children and youth in continuing care.
Close working relationships and collaboration with other teams is critical to ensure excellent service to children, youth and their families.
Your skill set includes excellent communication skills and the teamwork and collaborative skills to work productively with an interdisciplinary team and a diverse group of caregivers.
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
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
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 jobspecific 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:
Guardianship experience
Please note:
- Applicants may be considered who have not yet graduated but have completed all required courses and are able to provide a letter from their educational institution confirming completion of degree requirements. Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).
- Salary placement based on education and experience.
- A full list of related work experience.
- Definition of job specific experience
Willingness/proviso statements
About this Position:
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
There are currently two (2) positions available: One (1) permanent, and one (1) temporary opportunity for 12 months. This temporary appointment may be extended and/or a permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
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 work with exciting career development opportunities.
How to Apply:
Cover Letter:
NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Questionnaire:
YES - You will need to
