• Job Description

  Req#: 1049343

  Have a hands-on role in helping children and youth in your community
  
  This position interacts with children, families, youth in care and foster parents and provides case management assistance to Ministry social workers, clinicians, and probation officers who maintain case management responsibility for service delivery. Key responsibilities include assisting in the conducting of child abuse/neglect investigations, supporting youth-in-care (YIC) and service providers in independent living plan; implementing planned moves of children-in-care (CIC), maintaining contact with CIC, foster parents and families; liaising with community services for Children and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN); supporting the delivery of Children and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) services; and other related duties as required.
  
  Job Requirements:

  • Secondary school graduation or equivalent PLUS at least one (1) of the following:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Child & Youth Care or a Human Services field*; OR
    • One (1) year of experience working with children and youth in a directly related field** PLUS two (2) years of post-secondary studies towards a degree, or a diploma or certificate in a Human Services field*; OR
    • At least two (2) 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 (1) 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

  • Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service which includes a Criminal Record Check and a Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid unrestricted Class 5 BC Driver’s License.

  
  Preference may be given to any of the following:

  • Applicants who have experience working with vulnerable children and families.
  • One (1) year or more of administrative experience working in an office environment.
  • Applicants who have experience using the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) Integrated Case Management (ICM) and/or Management Information Systems (MIS) computer systems.
  • Applicants who self-identify 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, on an expense account basis.
  • 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.

  
  For questions regarding this position, please contact Stacey.Jonas@gov.bc.ca.
  
  About this Position:
  Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 1 day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
  This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
  An eligibility list may be established to fill future 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.

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