Posting Title

SW AST 15R - CYSN SPO Assistant

Position Classification

Social Worker Assistant R15

Union

Work Options

Location

Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

S59,015.56 - $66,749.47 annually

Close Date

10 / 27 / 2024

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry / Organization

BC Public Service ->

Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Service Delivery

Job Summary

The Team

The Kamloops Children and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN)Team has a strong reputation for delivering impactful services while fostering a culture of mutual support.

The team is made up of 5 CYSN workers and a team leader, all dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families with diverse support needs.

This well established team works collaboratively to create a positive environment, ensuring that every team member and the people they serve feel valued and respected.

The Role

The CYSN Social Program Officer (SPO) Assistant role primarily supports social workers on the team, helping coordinate services for people in need and their families.

Key responsibilities include assisting with case management, maintaining contact with children-in-care (CIC), foster parents, and families, and implementing planned moves of CIC.

The position also involves liaising with community services and collaborating with ministry social workers, clinicians, and probation officers to ensure inclusive, responsive service delivery.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary School Graduation or Equivalent AND one (1) of the following :
• Two (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 one (1) year or more of related work experience; OR
• One (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 two (2) years or more of related work experience; OR
• Minimum of three (3) years or more of related work experience.
• An equivalent 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 any of the following :

• Experience working with children and / or youth with support needs and their families.
• Two (2) or more years of related work experience
• Experience using the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) Integrated Case Management (ICM) and / or Management Information Systems (MIS) computer systems.
• Who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit).

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 [email protected] .

About this Position :

This is a permanent opportunity.

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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status , Métis, 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 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 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 - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire : YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience.

The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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Job Category

Administrative Services, Social Services