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Title SW AST 15R - Social Program Officer (SPO) Assistant - Amended Position Classification Union GEU GEU Work Options Hybrid Location Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA

Daajing Giids, BC V0T 1S0 CA

Dease Lake, BC V0C 1L0 CA

Fort St James, BC V0J 1P0 CA

Hazelton, BC V0J 1Y1 CA

Houston, BC V0J 1Z2 CA

Kitimat, BC V8C 2N1 CA

Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)

Prince Rupert, BC V8J 4M8 CA

Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA

Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA

Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 CA Salary Range $62,609.62 - $70,814.71 annuallyPlus $39.92 bi-weekly isolation allowance for the Smithers locationsPlus $43.55 bi-weekly isolation allowance for the Burns Lake and Houston locationsPlus $47.18 bi-weekly isolation allowance for the Fort St. James, Hazelton, and Prince Rupert locationsPlus $87.10 bi-weekly isolation allowance for the Daajin Giids locationPlus $97.98 bi-weekly isolation allowance for the Dease Lake location Close Date 10/23/2026 Job Type Regular Full Time Temporary End Date Ministry/Organization BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development Ministry Branch / Division Northern SDA Job Summary The Team The Northwest CYSN team is an established, team-oriented, and highly supportive virtual team serving communities across Northern British Columbia. Comprised of a Team Leader and six experienced social workers, the team works closely with a wide range of partners, including schools, healthcare providers, Indigenous communities, and other ministry service areas, to support children, youth, and families with support and special needs.

Team members are known for their willingness to share knowledge, ask thoughtful questions, and step in to support one another, creating a culture of continuous learning and skilled growth. Despite working virtually across a large geographic region, the team maintains strong connections and a shared commitment to delivering coordinated, compassionate services that help improve outcomes and quality of life for the families they serve.

The Role: This role offers a meaningful opportunity to support vulnerable children, youth, and families by providing both administrative and social work assistance to the Northwest CYSN team.





Responsibilities include coordinating referrals, maintaining files and records, supporting care planning activities, communicating with families and service providers, participating in Integrated Case Management meetings, and connecting families with community and provincial resources. The position plays an important part in ensuring families receive timely information, services, and supports that contribute to their well-being now and in the future. Candidates will be excited by the variety of work, the opportunity to make a positive difference in people’s lives, and the chance to develop new skills within a team that values mentorship, collaboration, and ongoing learning.

Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements - Secondary School Graduation or Equivalent AND 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) PLUS a 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) PLUS a minimum of 2 years or more of related work experience; OR - Minimum of 3 years or more of related work experience.
- A 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 the following:




- 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 Indigenous (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.

About this Position: Amendment (October 02, 2026): Location updated

There is currently one (1) full time position available.

This position can be based in any of the following Ministry of Children and Family Development offices: Vanderhoof, Burns Lake, Fort. ST. James, Smithers, Houston, Hazelton, Dease Lake, Terrace, Kitimat, Prince Rupert, Haida Gwaii.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to three (3) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) 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.

Job Category Administrative

Services, Social Services

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