Address
Form of workSPO 27R - Provincial Practice Consultant - Child Protection-CLOSING DATE EXTENDED
Position Classification
Social Program Officer R27
Union
GEU
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA
Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0 CA
Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA
Mission, BC V4S 0A2 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$83,071.24 - $93,306.90 annually which includes a 1 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*
Close Date
1/7/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development
Ministry Branch / Division
Provincial Practice Branch/PDCW
Job Summary
Help protect our communities in this crucial leadership role
The Ministry is responsible for a wide range of programs and services to children, youth and families including: promoting the healthy development and functioning of children, youth, and families; protecting children and youth from abuse, neglect and harm; providing guardianship services for children in care; supporting children and youth with developmental and multiple disabilities to live successfully and participate in the community; providing child and youth mental health services; and providing services to youth in Youth Justice.
The Provincial Practice Consultant, Child Protection, provides practice advice in a wide range of serious and complex situations, responding with clinical consultation representing evidence-based practice guidance in each case situation. Consultants may serve a number of Service Delivery Areas and will be asked to respond to the concerns/needs of social workers, team leaders, directors of operations, and the needs of multi-disciplinary, integrated teams. While responding to case specific consultation requests, the consultant will also support capacity building by assisting in the development and provision of training and provides support for programming and service delivery to facilitate best practice.
Reporting to the Director of Practice, the Provincial Practice Consultant, Child Protection, is a part of an integrated team of consultants with different specializations. The Consultant provides case consultation, training, mentoring, support to practice and assists in ensuring social workers have the required knowledge, skills and supports to deliver the highest quality of service to the clients they serve. In this role, the Consultant is responsible and accountable for providing clinical consultation to the field which will ultimately affect decisions and actions. Through training and mentoring activities, the Consultant influences the developing values, practice and professional standards of staff, including new staff. In this role the Consultant is required to model exemplary judgement, practice skills and professional values and ethics.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants may be considered who meet the preferred OR expanded credentials and experience requirements.
1. Preferred Credentials:
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Social Work or Bachelor's Degree or higher in Child & Youth Care OR Master's Degree in Educational 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's Degree in a Human Services field OR Bachelor's Degree witha Major/Honors in a Human Services fieldOR Master's level graduate Certificate/Diploma in a Human Services field AFTER the completion of an unrelated Bachelor's Degree.
- PLUS, a minimum of one year of 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.
Additional Experience Requirements:
- Experience mentoring and leading staff.
- Currently possess or immediately eligible for full (C6) Delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
- A minimum of four (4) years' experience in the Child Protection specialty area (gained within the last six(6) years).
- Experience providing training and group facilitation.
Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
- 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).
- One (1) or more years of experience providing training and group facilitation.
- One (1) or more years of experience providing services directly to Indigenous, First Nations, Métis and Inuit children, youth, families.
- Experience in policy and program development and implementation.
- Applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit with the required combination of education and experience.
Please note:
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver's 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:
- A full list of related work experience.
- Definition of job specific experience.
- Willingness/proviso statements.
For questions regarding this position, please contact garnett.glashen@gov.bc.ca
About this Position:
AMENMENT DECEMBER 14, 2023: CLOSING DATE EXTENDED UNTIL JANUARY 7, 2024.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments .
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
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.
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 is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume required: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, itmay notbe used for initial shortlisting purposes.
Questionnaire: YES - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you 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. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the 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.
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
