BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Autism Information Services BC (AIS BC) is an established provincial program within Specialized Provincial Services (SPS). The team is composed of skilled specialists and a small Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP) team who work collaboratively in a supportive and collegial environment that values knowledge‑sharing, mentorship, and continuous learning. AIS BC works closely with colleagues across other SPS programs, Child and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN) services, government partners, and community service providers, offering new team members exposure to a broad network and a strong understanding of the provincial service landscape. As part of the CYSN redesign, the team is evolving its scope of services to better meet the needs of a broader and more diverse population of families of children and youth with a range of support needs, offering a meaningful opportunity to contribute to system‑wide change. With staff working across multiple Provincial Centralized Services Centre (PCSC) offices and hybrid schedules, the program prioritizes strong virtual connections, and inclusive team‑building practices.

The Role
The Autism Support and Resource Specialist plays an important provincial role in supporting families by helping them navigate multiple support systems during key moments in their child’s development. By providing clear, evidence‑based information and curated resources related to autism and related neurodiversities including assessment process, diagnosis, and available services and supports across British Columbia. As part of the Child and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN) redesign, this role is adjusting to support families of children and youth with a broader range of support needs. Through this work, families are better equipped to understand their options, make informed decisions, and access supports that reflect their child’s unique needs and circumstances. Specialists also build and maintain strong connections with both internal and external partners to support coordinated access to services.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• 2 year post secondary Diploma in a related field (e.g, Special Education, Psychology, Child Development/Education, Child and Youth Care, etc.) AND
• Minimum of 2 years recent (within the last 6 years) experience working with families and/or professionals who support children and youth with support needs.
  OR
• Minimum of 4 years of recent (within the last 6 years) experience working with families and/or professionals who support children and youth with support needs may be considered.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience working with sensitive and highly confidential documents.
• Experience delivering live and virtual presentations.
• Experience communicating with clients in a second language, other than English.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact dulcie.mercado@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment (June 12, 2026): Posting closing date extended to June 28, 2026.
This competition is geographically restricted to Victoria and Surrey.
This is a temporary opportunity until March 31, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
This position can be based in Victoria or Surrey.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

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

Resume: 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.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.