SPO 24R Growth - Resource Worker
SPO 24R Growth - Resource Worker
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$ 71771 - 89268
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Job Description
The Team
The Resource and Out of Care Team is a passionate and experienced group of professionals dedicated to providing safe and caring homes for children and youth who are temporarily unable to live with their parents or guardians. This established team consisting of 8.5 Resource/Out of Care Workers a Team Assistant a Social Program Officer Assistant and a Team Leader works closely with internal teams including Child Protection Guardianship Adoptions Child and Youth Mental Health as well as local schools hospitals and community partners to ensure safety and strive for permanency. Known for their strong teamwork and unwavering support for one another this team is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children youth and families.
The Role
The Resource and Out of Care Worker ensures children and youth in care have access to safe nurturing homes by coordinating placements with foster families or relatives on both an emergency and planned basis. In this role you will collaborate with families and community partners to support permanency options such as adoption or outofcare arrangements while championing the rights and wellbeing of children and youth. This is a relational and meaningful role where you can make lasting connections and foster positive changes helping children and youth understand their potential and building strong connections within the beautiful Fraser Valley community.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
Applicants may be considered who meet the preferred OR expanded credentials and experience requirements
1. Preferred Credentials:
- Bachelors Degree or higher in Social Work or in Child & Youth Care OR Masters Degree in Educational Counselling Psychology/Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology with completion of a practicum in family and child welfare OR
- Inservice Ministry of Children and Family Development employees who have a regular SPO 2430 base position that requires delegation under the Child Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA) 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.
- 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 acomprehensive report and the MCFD supplemental reportby the closing date of this posting to 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 acomprehensive report and the MCFD supplemental reportby the closing date of this posting to be considered.
2. Expanded Credentials:
- Bachelors Degree in a Human Services field OR Bachelors Degree witha Major/Honors in a Human Services field OR Masters level graduate Certificate/Diploma in a Human Services field AFTER the completion of an unrelated Bachelors Degree.
- PLUS a minimum of one year of related OR jobspecific 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 abasic reportby the closing date of this posting to 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 abasic reportby 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:
- Preferred education credentials AND/OR inservice Ministry of Children and Family Development employees who hold a regular SPO 2430 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 (CFCSA).
- Out of Care work or Resource Worker experience.
- Completed SAFE training.
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 Drivers License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).
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 related work experience.
- Definition of job specific experience.
- Willingness/proviso statements.
For questions regarding this position please contact.
About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Please refer to MyHR for more information onTemporary Market Adjustments.
There are two 2 positions available: One temporary full time position for twelve 12 months. One temporary full time position for three 3 months.
A permanent appointment may result from these temporary appointments.
These positions can be based in either Abbotsford or Mission and will provide services in both locations.
The temporary postings are not limited to the geographic area. Board and lodging and relocation expenses do not apply.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Abbotsford or Mission Chilliwack Hope and Agassiz.
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 adiverse workplaceto 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.
TheIndigenous Applicant Advisory Serviceis available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations status or nonstatus Mtis or Inuit) applicants. 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 awardwinning 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 seeWhat We Offer.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. 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.
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.
Find more information on the recruitment process including helpful tips and videos about the application process visit theYour Job Applicationpage of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining aCareer Conversation. 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 theTechnical Assistancepage of MyHR.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
