SPO 30R – Team Leader – Adoptions – Amended

Posting Title
SPO 30R – Team Leader – Adoptions – Amended

Position Classification
Social Prog Off R30

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA
Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$90,797.03 – $103,685.14 annually

Close Date
10/5/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date
6/30/2025

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division
Service Delivery, SDA 22 – North East Fraser

Job Summary

The Team
The East Fraser Adoption team consists of one (1) Team Leader and six (6) Adoption Workers. Three (3) Adoption Workers are located in Abbotsford and the remaining three (3) Adoption Workers are located in Chilliwack. This team provides service to the communities of Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Hope, and Agassiz. This team is a dedicated group of professionals who work with adoptive parents during their adoption journey. The process begins with the completion of a Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) Home Study and supporting the adoptive parents through matching and transition. After a child or youth is placed for adoption, the Adoption Worker monitors the child or youth’s placement and completes the adoption court package. This team works closely with the Guardianship and Permanency Teams as well as with Resource Workers and foster parents.

The Role
As a Team Leader, you’ll guide and support staff in their daily work, ensuring that we follow best practices for adoption and permanency planning services for children and youth in continuing care. You’ll be directly responsible for the quality of our services, setting and monitoring practice standards to align with government and ministry guidelines. You’ll also provide clear guidance to staff in Abbotsford and Chilliwack, helping them navigate and adhere to relevant laws and procedures. Your leadership will play a crucial role in achieving positive outcomes for the children, youth, and families we serve, with a strong focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience 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 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 regular full working level 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.
• At least 2 years of job-specific work experience.
• Experience supervising staff.

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.
  • 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.
• Minimum 1 year of related work experience and at least 2 years of job-specific work experience OR At least 3 years of job-specific work experience.
• Experience supervising staff.

Human Services fields include: Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology or Nursing.

Additional Experience Requirements:

• AD2 delegation under the Adoption Act.

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 full working level SPO 24-30 base position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
• Eligible for C4 delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFSCA).
• Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) training and experience completing SAFE home assessments.
• SAFE training for supervisors and experience supervising the completion of home studies.
• Completed the MCFD Permanency training and/or the weeks 2 and 3 of Adoption Delegation Training.
• One (1) or more months’ experience supervising staff, in a unionized environment.

Please note:

• 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:

• A full list of related work experience.
• Definition of job specific experience.
• Willingness/proviso statements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact janine.rizzo@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Amendment (10/22/2024): Contact changed, added in this position may become permanent, and eligibility list may fill permanent vacancies.
This is a temporary opportunity until 06/30/2025. This position may be extended or become permanent. Board and lodging and relocation expenses do not apply.
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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. 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 – 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.

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Job Category
Leadership and Management, Social Services

Additional Information