The Team
The Out of Care Resources Team (QHB) assesses Kinship Care applicants, manages care provider contracts, and provides ongoing support to caregivers who help children and youth thrive in safe, stable, and nurturing environments.

As part of a team-oriented team of Out of Care Social Workers and a Team Assistant, you will work closely with Child Protection, Guardianship, Family Services, Indigenous Bands, Nations and Agencies, health authorities, school districts, and community partners to strengthen connections and build networks of care for children and youth.

This team values diverse perspectives, supports culturally responsive practice, and remains committed to reducing the overrepresentation of Indigenous children in care while helping children and youth maintain meaningful relationships and a strong sense of belonging.

The Role
As an Out of Care Worker, you will assess Kinship Care providers, complete home and caregiver assessments, manage financial supports and contracts, and connect caregivers with training, services, and resources that help them provide safe and stable care for children and youth.

Working closely with Child Protection and Guardianship teams, Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies, community partners, and caregivers, you will help strengthen meaningful family, cultural, and community connections while supporting positive outcomes for children and youth.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing team, advance culturally responsive and relationship-based practice, and help build a collaborative care system that supports children, youth, families, and caregivers with respect, inclusion, and consistency.

Qualifications: Education and Experience 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 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 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 ().

You must provide a
by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
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.
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 ().

You must provide a
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.

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 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: Completed Kinship Assessment Tool (KAT) training.

Experience using KAT assessment tools.

Applicants eligible for delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFSCA)
Applicants with 2 or more years of experience providing supports to caregivers.

Applicants with 2 or more years of experience working with Indigenous children, youth, children, and families a social services setting.

Applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit with the required combination of education and experience.

Please note: Applicants may be considered who have not yet graduated but have completed all required courses and are able to provide a letter from their educational institution confirming completion of degree requirements.

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: Salary placement based on education and experience.
A full list of related work experience.

Definition of job specific experience.

Willingness/proviso statements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact
About this Position: Two (2) positions available.





An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.

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.
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
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
is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Metis) 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.

Join the BC Public Service, a
that offers diverse career opportunities in more than 200 occupations across 280 communities throughout British Columbia.

You'll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful work that supports your professional growth.

Build your career in beautiful British Columbia.

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
page of MyHR.

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
page of MyHR.

Job Category
Social Services
Additional Information

📌 SPO 24R - Out of Care Worker (Growth) (Prince George)
🏢 BC Public Service
📍 Prince George