SPO 30R - High Risk Youth First Team Leader
Posted 17 days ago
Job Details
Category
Location
Salary
90,797 to 103,685 per year
Job Description
Posting Title
SPO 30R - High Risk Youth First Team Leader
Position Classification
Social Prog Off R30
Union
GEU
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
New Westminster, BC V3M 6H8 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$90,797.03 - $103,685.14 annually
Close Date
10/14/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development
Ministry Branch / Division
Youth First
Job Summary
The Team
You'll lead an established team of 4 child protection social workers and the social worker assistant (SPOA). Together, you'll collaborate with partners like CYSN, school districts, and contracted counseling services to make a real impact on the lives of high-risk youth. This team thrives on creativity, commitment, and a deep connection to supporting youth with diverse needs, while also fostering each staff member's personal and professional growth.
The Role
As the High Risk Youth First Team Leader, you'll guide a team of social workers and SPOA staff in providing critical guardianship, protection, and child welfare services. This full-time leadership role in the North Fraser SDA offers the chance to collaborate with other leaders across the region, especially in New Westminster/Burnaby. You'll make a meaningful difference by supporting the most at-risk youth, leading a dedicated team in complex care situations, and driving positive outcomes for those who need it most.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
1. Preferred Credentials:
2. Expanded Credentials:
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:
Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
Please refer to the Job Profile located in the additional information section at the bottom of the posting for:
For questions regarding this position, please contact michael.agosti@gov.bc.ca
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.
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 - 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 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.
Job Category
Social Services
Additional Information
SPO 30R - High Risk Youth First Team Leader
Position Classification
Social Prog Off R30
Union
GEU
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
New Westminster, BC V3M 6H8 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$90,797.03 - $103,685.14 annually
Close Date
10/14/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development
Ministry Branch / Division
Youth First
Job Summary
The Team
You'll lead an established team of 4 child protection social workers and the social worker assistant (SPOA). Together, you'll collaborate with partners like CYSN, school districts, and contracted counseling services to make a real impact on the lives of high-risk youth. This team thrives on creativity, commitment, and a deep connection to supporting youth with diverse needs, while also fostering each staff member's personal and professional growth.
The Role
As the High Risk Youth First Team Leader, you'll guide a team of social workers and SPOA staff in providing critical guardianship, protection, and child welfare services. This full-time leadership role in the North Fraser SDA offers the chance to collaborate with other leaders across the region, especially in New Westminster/Burnaby. You'll make a meaningful difference by supporting the most at-risk youth, leading a dedicated team in complex care situations, and driving positive outcomes for those who need it most.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
1. Preferred Credentials:
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Social Work or 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 regular full working level SPO 24-30 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.
- At least 2 years of job-specific work experience.
- Experience supervising staff.
2. Expanded Credentials:
- Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field OR Bachelor's Degree with a Major/Honors in a Human Services field OR Master's level graduate Certificate/Diploma in a Human Services field AFTER the completion of an unrelated Bachelor's Degree.
- OPTIONAL: 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.
- Minimum 1 year of related work experience and at least 2 years of job-specific work experience OR At least 3 years of job-specific work experience.
- Experience supervising staff.
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 in-service Ministry of Children and Family Development employees who hold a regular full working level SPO 24-30 base position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
- C6 delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFSCA).
- Experience working with high-risk youth.
- Minimum six months or more of recent (within the past 3 years) supervisory experience in child protection and/or protective family services
- Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous with the required combination of education and experience.
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 michael.agosti@gov.bc.ca
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.
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 - 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 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.
Job Category
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Additional Information
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