SPO 21R Child, Youth and Family Services (CYFS) Support Worker

The Team
AtSquamish Family Services youll be joining an established and collaborative team made up of Protection Social Workers and a Resource social worker. Our team works closely with probation resources adoption and child and youth mental health services creating a supportive network that values equity diversity and inclusion. We are proud of the meaningful impact our work has especially in building strong relationships with several Indigenous Nations and we appreciate the teams commitment to respectful partnership cultural awareness and making a real difference in the community.

The Role
This Child Youth Family Support Worker role is focused on supporting Child Protection Social Workers within the delegation matrix helping ensure families receive the care and protection they need. The work has a direct impact on children youth and families in a lovely diverse community where inclusion and respect for different cultures are central to everything we do. Candidates will be inspired by the opportunity to make meaningful change build strong relationships and contribute to a team that values equity diversity and inclusion while working closely with community partners.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelors Degree* in Social Work or in Child & Youth Care OR
• Bachelors Degree* in a Human Services field (Human Services fields include Psychology Sociology Criminology Anthropology Early Childhood Education Indigenous Studies Education Theology and Nursing)OR
• 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 2 years 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 3 years or more of related** work experience;ORMinimum of 4 years or more of related** work experience.

*Bachelors Degree must be a 4-year degree or an equivalent number of credits.

**Related work experience may include experience working with children youth families or adults in any one or a combination of the following settings and/or may also include working with children and youth with a history of trauma and/or behavioural challenges:

• A child and family service agency that provides legislated services (child protection guardianship resources family support or adoption);
• A social services agency on an Indigenous reserve providing direct support services;
• A family services agency that provides assessment and counselling services;
• A contracted agency providing assessment counselling and family support services;
• A specialized care setting for vulnerable adults children or youth that also involves direct work with families;
• A policing probation or corrections setting;
• A mental health or healthcare setting providing assessment and counselling services;
• An education setting undertaking assessment and counselling services;
• A social services agency providing services to people with diverse abilities and vulnerable adults;
• A provincial agency dedicated to promoting safe and healthy workplaces providing services and support for injured workers.

Other Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Drivers License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Bachelors Degree or 2 year diploma in Social Work or Child & Youth Care.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities.
• Experience working with Ministry Policy and Procedures and data management systems (e.g. ICM MIS etc.)
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous with the required combination of education and experience.

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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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary 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 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 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 youve worked on or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process including helpful tips and videos about the application process visit theYour Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining aCareer 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 theTechnical Assistancepage of MyHR.