Posting Title Social Program Officer R24 Level 1 (Growth): $78,386.35 annually;Level 2 (Growth): $78,386.35 annually;Full Working Level: $83,098.86 - $94,704.94 annually which includes a 1 Grid Market Adjustment Regular Full Time Temporary End Date Ministry/Organization BC Public Service - Public Safety & Sol General Ministry Branch / Division Community Corrections The Williams Lake and Quesnel Community Corrections team is an established, supportive group of 14 employees working across two primary locations. Team members work collaboratively with administrative staff in a welcoming and inclusive environment, supporting clients in making positive changes, reducing reoffending and contributing to safer communities. As a Probation Officer, you will assess, supervise and support adults under community supervision by identifying risks and needs, developing case management plans and encouraging positive changes in thinking and behaviour through individual and group interventions.

You will also provide information to support court decisions and work with clients, colleagues and community partners to promote safer communities and help individuals access the support and resources they need to succeed. A bachelor's degree from a Canadian designated educational institution; Completion of a two-year diploma and 3 years of full time related experience (or equivalent) working with people with complex social, health, or legal needs; Sixty (60) credits of post-secondary education towards a diploma and 3 years of full-time related experience (or equivalent) working with people with complex social, health, or legal needs.

Note: If post-secondary education was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services.



If post-secondary education was instructed in a language other than English, applicants are required to provide proof of English language proficiency. Successful completion of the Adult Probation Officer pre-requisite course (CORR1000).

A valid Class 5 B.C. driver's license without restrictions or an equivalent Canadian driver's license is required. A minimum of 12 months experience as a Probation Officer/Probation Officer 15 in a Community Corrections office. A minimum of 36 months experience working with people with complex social, health, or legal needs.

Willing to work with adult clients who may have multiple legal, health, social, and/or mental health challenges and/or clients who have committed or alleged to have committed criminal acts including intimate partner violence or sexually motivated offences. Successful applicants will be required to participate in and successfully complete the position's training requirements. Part-time employees may require adjustments to hours of work while on basic training.

Overnight travel to remote locations and working outside typical work hours may be required. This is a temporary opportunity until 03/31/2028. This position may be extended or become permanent. Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to one (1) day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.





An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies in Quesnel and Williams Lake. A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA)and Enhanced Security Screening will be required. Additionally, successful candidates must submit to and successfully pass fingerprint screening by RCMP or municipal police and JUSTIN and CORNET provincial database checks.

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.

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A Comprehensive Report from the International Credential Evaluation Services if required. Verification of English language proficiency test if required. Scanned screenshot from a typing test confirming your ability to type 30 WPM.

If required, your post secondary education Comprehensive Report verification and or provide proof of language proficiency as described in the Job Profile.

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