Posting Title

SPO-CP 24R - Child Protection Worker, 7 on 7 off

Position Classification

Social Prog Off-Child Prot R24

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Dease Lake, BC V0C 1L0 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$83,071.72 - $94,752.42 annually, which includes a 3 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*

Close Date

10/17/2025

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

SDD

Job Summary

The Team
Part of the Northern Service Delivery Area, this team is comprised of 2 -7 on, 7 off Child Protection workers and a remote team leader supporting the team in providing service to the large Stikine geographic area. This team collaborates with ministry and community partners to ensure child safety, and provides support and planning for children, youth, and families. The team works closely alongside local Indigenous communities including the Tahltan Nation, Taku River Tlingit First Nations and Kaska Dene Nation. The team focuses on culturally safe, collaborative and wrap around care for the children, youth and families being served.

The Role
The generalist Child Protection Worker (7 days on 7 days off) role in Dease Lake offers immediate support to clients during moments of extreme crisis or conflict, making a significant and tangible impact on their lives. Candidates should be excited about the diversity of the work, which includes screening reports, assessing immediate safety, performing wellbeing checks, collaboratively creating safety and family plans, serving court documents, supporting children and youth in care and out of care, supporting caregivers and more. This role is responsible for several program areas including child protection, guardianship and resources. Each shift brings unique challenges and opportunities, ensuring that no two days are the same. Ideal applicants will be inspired by the opportunity to handle complex cases independently, manage crises, and make a real difference in their community during emotionally charged situations.

You can find more information here on Child Protection careers. For more information about the BC Public Service, please visit BC Public Service corporate values.

Job 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 Bachelor’s Degree or higher 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 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 (ICES). You must provide a comprehensive report and the MCFD supplemental report 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 (1) 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 (ICES). You must provide a basic report 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 may 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)

• Eligible for delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).

• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis 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 Michelle.Gordon@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is on travel status.
The position will be providing services in Dease Lake and your home and/or headquarter will be located in Terrace, Hazelton, Smithers, Stewart, Dease Lake or Atlin (or equally cost effective location).
In addition to Dease Lake, this position serves the following communities: Telegraph Creek, Good Hope Lake, Iskut, Atlin and Lower Post.
This position will work on a travelling schedule working seven (7) days in the office followed by seven (7) days of rest at their home location (home location is defined as your usual place of residence). Travel to and from the community offices will occur within the scheduled work days.
This position has full time onsite requirements.

This position is not eligible for Isolation Allowance or Retention Incentive Programs.
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and temporary vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
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.

Only a few hours from the Yukon border, Dease Lake is a northern Rockies community where outdoor activities are popular. Nearby scenic provincial parks, such as Boya Lake and Kinaskan Lake, offer sandy beaches and a perfect environment for fishing, hiking, kayaking and canoeing.

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.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

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 - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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Job Category

Social Services