BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
This position interacts with children, families, youth in care and in out-of-care placements and provides case management assistance to Ministry child safety social workers, who maintain case management responsibility for service delivery. Key responsibilities include assisting with child abuse/neglect assessments, supporting youth-in-care (YIC) and service providers in; maintaining contact with CIC, caregivers  and families; liaising with community services for Children and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN); assisting with social worker case load management and other related duties as required.

The Role
The Teams within the Colwood/Victoria offices support children, youth, and families receiving ongoing services under the Director. The Social Program Officer (SPO) Assistant in these offices provide essential operational support that strengthens service delivery and maintains strong family connections. Primary responsibilities may include managing and tracking caseloads for multiple teams, supervising family visits, transporting children and families, assisting with the development of Care Plans and Cultural Plans for children in care, and supporting file organization and documentation for both family service,  children’s services and intake social workers across multiple teams. These functions help uphold provincial standards, support permanency and cultural continuity, and reduce administrative pressures on social workers. By managing key logistical and administrative tasks, the SPO Assistant enhances overall workflow, helps ensure timely completion of required planning documents, and contributes to improved outcomes for children, youth, and families served by the office.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary School Graduation or Equivalent AND one of the following:
   
  • 2 years of post-secondary studies towards a degree, diploma or certificate in a related human services field or equivalent discipline (Human Services fields or equivalent include Social Work, Child & Youth Care, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology and Nursing) PLUS a minimum of 1 year or more of related** work experience; OR
  • 1 year of post-secondary studies towards a degree, diploma or certificate in a related human services field or equivalent discipline (Human Services fields or equivalent include Social Work, Child & Youth Care, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology and Nursing) PLUS a minimum of 2 years or more of related** work experience; OR
  • Minimum of 3 years or more of related** work experience.
  • A combination of education and experience may 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).
   

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• 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 Indigenous (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:

• A full list of related** work experience.
• Willingness/proviso statements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Alison.Hurst@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to one (1) day 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) and 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.

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 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. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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.