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SW AST 15R – Children and Youth with Support Needs Social Worker Jobs in British Columbia at BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development
An opportunity to gain valuable experience in child welfare services and make a difference in the lives of children and youth in BC!
The Ministry of Children and Family Development promotes and develops the capacity of families and communities to care for and protect vulnerable children and youth and supports healthy child and family development to maximize the potential of every child in BC. The Ministry is responsible for regional and province wide delivery of services and programs that support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth and their families.
The Social Program Officer Assistant provides case management assistance and assume limited delegated authority under the Child Family and Community Service Act and the Adoption Act. Key responsibilities include of this position include assisting in guardianship responsibilities for children/youth in care or children/youth in adoption residency, supporting youth agreements and service providers in independent living plan, implementing planned moves for youth, maintaining contact with children/youth in care, foster parents and families. The position may coordinate and organize training events and care plan meetings and other supporting duties as required.
In this position you will work closely with MCFD Social Workers and other staff, community professionals and the Indigenous community to provide the highest level of service to children/youth and their families while adhering to Ministry’s policies and standards
Job Requirements:
Secondary School Graduation or EquivalentAND 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)PLUSa minimum of 1 year 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)PLUSa minimum of 2 years or more of related** work experience;OR
Minimum of 3 years or more of related** work experience.
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 the following:
Experience working in social services sector supporting children or youth or adults with developmental disabilities and providing support/guidance to families and/or caregivers.
Experience with CYSN (Children and Youth with Support Needs) screening and intake as a Social Program Officer (SPO) Assistant.
Experience using the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) Integrated Case Management (ICM) and/or Management Information Systems (MIS) computer systems.
Applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit 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.
Willingness/proviso statements.
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Title: SW AST 15R – Children and Youth with Support Needs Social Worker
Company: BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development
Location: British Columbia
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