BAND 2 - ASB Analyst - ICFSA - Closing date extended

Apply your expertise in a role where you can make a positive difference for the children of BC.

Reporting to a Manager within the Aboriginal Services Branch, the Aboriginal Services Branch Analyst works closely with Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies (ICFSAs) , Indigenous communities, and Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) staff. In this role you will provide consultation, training, mentoring, support, and assist in ensuring ICFSAs have the required knowledge, skills and supports to deliver the highest quality of service to Indigenous children, youth, families, and communities they serve. The Analyst models exemplary judgement, practice skills, professional values, and ethics in every facet of this role.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work; OR
• BA Child and Youth Care; OR
• M. Ed. Counselling/MA Clinical Psychology having completed a practicum in family and child welfare; OR
• May consider an equivalent combination of education (including a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field at minimum) and experience where an extensive experience in social work principles and practices is demonstrated.
  

The following recent (gained within the last seven (7) years) experience is required:

• At least five (5) years of experience in child welfare social work, and/or child protection.
• Experience in a social services setting providing consultation and advice to Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies (IFSAs) or Indigenous communities.
• Experience in client services and/or internal/external partners consultation and consensus building.
• At least two (2) years of experience working with Indigenous people, communities and/or ICFSA.
  

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Supervisory experience.
• Experience in practice oversight processes.
• Applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit with the required combination of education and experience.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Terralee.nielsen@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
Amendment 05/30/2024: Posting closing date extended to 06/05/2024.
Amendment 05/23/2024: Posting closing date extended to 05/31/2024.
Three (3) Positions available.
These are temporary opportunities that vary up to 5/31/2025.
A permanent appointment may result from these temporary appointment's.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
It is anticipated interviews for this competition will occur on or around the week of June17-21st.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

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.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.