Growth-Driven Child Protection Worker — Hybrid

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Abbotsford; Hybrid; CAD 78,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

British Columbia Public Service Careers, within the BC Public Service - Children & Family Development, seeks a Child Protection Worker (Growth) to assess risks, develop safety plans, and work with families to protect children and youth. The role emphasizes collaboration with agencies to respond to concerns of abuse and neglect.

Successful candidates may be assigned to multiple locations with a Float structure and hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Social Work or related Human Services field.
• Master's Degree in Educational Counselling Psychology or Counselling Psychology with practicum in family and child welfare.
• Expanded credentials in Human Services with related work experience.
• Registration with BC College of Social Workers or equivalent assessment is required/considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop safety plans for children and families.
• Assess and respond to concerns of child abuse/neglect.
• Interview parents, children and youth; coordinate with partner agencies.
• Create and implement service plans and determine need for protection.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Educational Counselling Psychology

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

BC College of Social Workers registration eligibility

Job description

British Columbia Public Service Careers, within the BC Public Service - Children & Family Development, seeks a Child Protection Worker (Growth) to assess risks, develop safety plans, and work with families to protect children and youth. The role emphasizes collaboration with agencies to respond to concerns of abuse and neglect.

Successful candidates may be assigned to multiple locations with a Float structure and hybrid work options.