Posting Title

SW AST15R - Social Program Officer (SPO) Assistant

Position Classification

Social Worker Assistant R15

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4X3 CA
Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$62,609.62 - $70,814.71 annually

Close Date

6/9/2026

Job Type

Temporary Assignment (TA)

Temporary End Date

1/31/2027

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Service Delivery Division

Job Summary

The Team
The team is comprised of professional staff support child protection work in the community including a team leader, and child protection workers and works alongside other professionals both with the office and throughout the community.

The Role
This role supports the work of all team members, including both in office and out of office tasks. The required tasks are varied making each day different than the last.

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.
• Willingness/proviso statements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Chrystal.Ragan@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

• There are two (2) Temporary Opportunities until January 31, 2027. One position is located in Dawson Creek and one position is located in Fort St John. These positions may be extended or become permanent.
• 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.
• 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.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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.

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. 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 Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category

Social Services