Connect people in B.C. with supports to achieve better social outcomes

This hiring process will be conducted in partnership with the Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre in Smithers. For more information about Aboriginal Friendship Centres in BC, we encourage you to visit BCAAFC – Working together for a brighter future.

Due to the nature of this position and in accordance with Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, only applicants of Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) will be considered for this opportunity.

Community Integration Specialists are important links to services in their communities. They create trust-based relationships to help people navigate systems and access support services. They act as a connection between people and a wide variety of community-based supports and services to help meet their needs, and to communicate available Ministry services and programs through community channels.

As a Community Integration Specialist, you will be working with people who may have mental health and substance use challenges, and who are at risk of losing their housing or experiencing homelessness. You will need to create trust-based relationships to help people navigate systems and access support services. You will also work with government and community based non-profit agencies. In delivering service through outreach programs, you will need to consider each person’s unique needs and cultural wellness when making decisions and advocating and liaising on their behalf.

Watch this video to hear from current Community Integration Specialists about the work they do.

In your role, you’ll be connected to the Friendship Centre and working in the community most of the time (up to 85% of your scheduled work week). As part of a cohesive team, you’ll be supported with comprehensive training, and a coach /mentor relationship.

Job Requirements:

Due to the nature of this position and in accordance with Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, only people of Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) will be considered.

• Secondary school graduation and 3 years related experience*; OR
• Evergreen Certificate and 4 years related experience*; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

*Related experience must include at least two of the following:

• Community, volunteer or customer service experience
• Experience working with people who are living in poverty, and may be experiencing homelessness, mental health and/or substance use challenges
• Experience working with people with disabilities

Related experience could have been gained in either a community/volunteer or professional/employment capacity.

Preference may be given to applicants who have one or more of the following:

• Experience working in community organizations and/or with multiple service providers
• Direct or indirect experience with addiction, poverty, homelessness or mental health challenges

Provisos/Willingness Statements:

• Must be comfortable working in encampments, on the street and in areas where individuals who are experiencing homelessness gather.
• Will be required to have a valid BC driver’s licence within six months of starting the position.
• Travel may be required.
• Practice reasonable precautions in the performance of duties and adhere to all safety rules and practices to ensure personal safety as well as safety to colleagues, individuals, and others.

For questions regarding this position, please contact SDSI.OPSSupport.Hiring@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements in Smithers.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies in Smithers.
Successful applicants will be required to physically work in Smithers and will not be eligible to be placed elsewhere in the province by virtue of this competition.
The Service Delivery Division provides a flexible work environment with many unique benefits, including a scheduled day off every two weeks.
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 Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service can help Indigenous applicants (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis or Inuit) interested in BC Public Service job positions.

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. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume required: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Online Questionnaire: YES - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.