Government of British Columbia

SPO 21R - Roots Practitioner


PayCompetitive
LocationSurrey/British Columbia
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 1045070

      Make a difference in this rewarding career opportunity!

      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 Roots Practitioner will explore the Indigenous child’s family and community for the purpose of cultural connections, relationships, and permanency. The position is responsible to develop and facilitate programs to support cultural connections for children and their families and to promote cultural understanding for caregivers and staff.

      Job Requirements:

      • Diploma or higher in Health/Human Service or related field plus *related experience; OR
      • Certificate in Health/Human Service or related field plus 2 years *related experience.

      *Related Experience must include:

      • Experience working with Indigenous families and communities.


      Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

      • Experience working with Indigenous children and youth who are in care, or Indigenous children, youth and families in a community social services setting.
      • Experience developing and/or facilitating programs/events that promote cultural understanding and or cultural teachings and awareness.
      • Applicants who have experience working with Indigenous communities with demonstrated links to those communities.
      • Applicants who have Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.


      Willingness Statements:

      • Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC driver's licence.
      • Required to travel to Indigenous communities within BC and throughout Canada.
      • May be required to work evening/weekends.
      • May be required to regularly travel in remote locations.
      • May be required to use own vehicle on an expense account basis with appropriate insurance coverage.
      • May be exposed to unpleasant dealings in often emotionally charged situations.


      For questions regarding this position, please contact rosan.devkota@gov.bc.ca.

      About this Position:
      There is currently 1 permanent position in Indigenous Children and Youth with Support Needs (ICYSN).
      Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week as per the Telework Agreement.
      An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and 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 Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

      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: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

      Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

      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:
      CRC and CRRA - A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) 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.

  • About the company

      The provincial government of British Columbia is the body responsible for the administration of the Canadian province of British Columbia.

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