SPO-CP 24R Growth- Protocol Investigator-CLOSING DATE EXTENDED
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Job Description
The Team
Our South Fraser Mentorship and Resource Investigation Team plays a crucial role in both mentoring new social workers and investigating concerns in family care homes and contracted agencies. This newly formed team includes dedicated professionals who bring care compassion and collaboration to their work ensuring strong relationships with foster parents agency staff and ministry partners. With a focus on mentorship and resource investigations the team makes a meaningful impact by supporting staff development and safeguarding the wellbeing of children and families in the community.
The Role
As a Child Protection Worker Protocol Investigator you take the lead in investigating concerns within family care homes and contracted agencies ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and youth. You collaborate with foster parents agency staff and ministry professionals conducting interviews facilitating meetings and guiding the investigation process with clarity and fairness. This role is a unique opportunity to be part of a newly established team dedicated to delivering highquality services that protect children and support caregivers through a transparent and timely process.
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 a comprehensive report and the MCFD supplemental report by 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 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 will 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)
Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
- A Child Welfare Specialization from an accredited British Columbia university and who have completed their practicum in a child welfare setting.
- Three 3 or more years of Child Protection experience within a child and family service agency that provides legislated services.
- Recent experience (within last 2 years) in intake investigations and family development response.
- Currently holds or has previously held delegation under the Child Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
- Applicants who selfidentify as Indigenous (First Nations Mtis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.
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:
AMENDMENT APRIL 3 2025: CLOSING REVISED TO EXTENDED TO APRIL 7 2025
AMENDMENT MARCH 31 2025: CLOSING DATE EXTENDED TO APRIL 13 2025.
There is one 1 regular parttime position available 0.6 FTE 42 hours biweekly)
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 permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
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.
This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service. We offer a healthy work/life balance excellent benefits and much more.
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: YES A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
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 standard questionnaire (current employment status eligibility to apply etc..
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. 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.
Employment Type
Full Time
