BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The North Fraser Youth Justice Team encompasses the communities of Burnaby, New Westminster, the Tri-Cities and Ridge Meadows.The team includes 6 Youth Probation Officers (YPOs) and 1 Restorative Justice (RJ) Specialist. This posting is for the Tri-Cities location. The Tri-Cities Team includes 2 full time YPOs and the RJ Specialist. It is located in the community of Port Moody and is a Local Workstation (LWS) site. There are numerous teams co-located at the site including child and family welfare teams; Indigenous teams; Strengthening, Abilities and Journey's of Empowerment (SAJE) and Mental Health teams. The community includes the Port Coquitlam Courthouse, Cabe and Goal school programs and Port Moody Police and Coquitlam RCMP.

The Role
Youth Probation Officers in British Columbia supervise and support young offenders, working with courts, communities, and families to promote rehabilitation and public safety. They work under the Ministry of Children and Family Development and are responsible for managing the risk young offenders pose in the community. Their duties include providing supervision, guidance, and assistance to youth in conflict with the law, collaborating with courts, community agencies, and other resources to achieve positive outcomes. They also develop safe, professional relationships with clients, support Indigenous youth through culturally informed practices, and apply evidence-based approaches like the Risk-Needs-Responsivity model to encourage pro-social behavior and reduce recidivism.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field (Human Services field includes Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology and Nursing)
• • NOTE: If your degree 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 and the MCFD supplemental report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province)

Job Specific Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year experience gained working as either an Adult Probation Officer or a Fully Delegated Youth Probation Officer in a Canadian Jurisdiction.

Preferences

• Experience in a justice, educational or social service setting that involves the supervision of young people or adults.
• Experience in a justice, educational or social service setting with counselling or conflict resolution.
• Applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit with the required combination of education and experience.

Please refer to the Job Profile located in the additional information section at the bottom of the posting for:

• Definition of job specific experience.
• Willingness/proviso statements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Georgia.Cotsonis@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position will be based out of the Port Moody location.
Flexible work options are available. This position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in the North Fraser region (Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Burnaby, Maple Ridge, New Westminster).
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
A Criminal Record Check and a Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) 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.