Posting Title
SPO 24R - Guardianship Worker (Growth)

Position Classification
Social Program Officer R24

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA (Primary)


Salary Range
$65,844.70 - $84,134.34 annually (Growth), Effective April 9, 2023

Close Date
4/21/2023

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date


Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division
Service Delivery Division

Job Summary
Apply your expertise in a role where you can make a positive difference for the children of B.C.

The Guardianship Worker strives to ensure the safety and well-being of children in care by developing and supervising a comprehensive plan of care, informs caregivers of their responsibilities, monitors the placement of children, provides guidance regarding children\xe2\x80\x99s behavior. There is potential for this position to include work with children out of parental care on a temporary or \xe2\x80\x9cout of care\xe2\x80\x9d basis as well as children and youth in continuing care. Close working relationships and collaboration with other teams is critical to ensure excellent service to children, youth and their families.

Your skill set includes excellent communication skills and the teamwork and collaborative skills to work productively with an interdisciplinary team and a diverse group of caregivers. Caring, responsive and organized, you have the skills needed for this challenging and rewarding career opportunity.

A great opportunity to have a hands-on role helping children and youth in your community!

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:
Applicants may be considered who meet the preferred OR expanded credentials and experience requirements.

1. Preferred Credentials:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree or higher in Social Work OR Child and Youth Care OR Master of Education in Counselling Psychology/Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology with completion of a practicum in family and child welfare OR
• In-service Ministry of Children and Family Development employees who have a SPO 24-30 base position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
  • NOTE: If this education 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 comprehensive report and the MCFD supplemental report by the closing date of this posting to be considered; OR A candidate may be considered equivalent when they are registered and a member in good standing with the BC College of Social Workers or has a letter from the College confirming that their application for registration has been approved.
  
  

2. Expanded Credentials:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in a Human Services field OR Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree with a Major/Honors in a Human Services OR Master\xe2\x80\x99s level graduate Certificate/Diploma in a Human Services field AFTER the completion of an unrelated Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree.
• PLUS, a minimum of two years of recent related OR job-specific work experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
  • NOTE: If this education 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 by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
  
  

Human Services fields include: Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology or Nursing.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Applicants with preferred education credentials AND/OR in-service Ministry of Children and Family Development employees who hold a regular SPO 24-30 base position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
• Eligible for delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFSCA).
• Previous Guardianship and/or Youth Services work experience.
• Currently hold partial Adoption delegation (AD2) under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFSCA).

Please note:

• Applicants may be considered who have not yet graduated but have completed all required courses and are able to provide a letter from their educational institution confirming completion of degree requirements.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).
• A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

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

• Salary placement based on education and experience.
• A full list of applicable settings for *related experience.
• Definition of job specific experience.
• Willingness/proviso statements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jessica.Peers@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary opportunities.

Flexible work options are available; this position may work one or more days in the office and other days from home as per the Telework Agreement.

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 can help Indigenous applicants (First Nations [status or non-status], M\xc3\xa9tis or Inuit) interested in BC Public Service job positions.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

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

Resume required: 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 (Standard): YES - You will be required to answer a standard questionnaire.

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:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

The BC Public Service COVID-19 Vaccination Policy defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

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.

Job Category
Social Services