SW AST 15R - Social Program Officer (SPO) Assistant - Amended - (126203) Posting Title SW AST 15R - Social Program Officer (SPO) Assistant - Amended 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 Regular Full Time Temporary End Date Ministry/Organization BC Public Service - Children & Family Development Ministry Branch / Division The Northwest CYSN team is an established, collaborative, 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.

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. 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 significant part in ensuring families receive timely information, services, and supports that contribute to their well-being now and in the future.

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; 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; 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).





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. A full list of related work experience.

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: 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. We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages.

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.

Administrative

Services, Social Services

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