SPO 21R - Roots Practitioner

Government of British Columbia; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government in British Columbia is seeking a Roots Practitioner to support Indigenous children's cultural connection and permanency planning. The role involves collaborating with families and communities, creating cultural plans, and organizing events. Applicants with relevant experience, especially with Indigenous communities, are encouraged. Flexible work arrangements are available, with the opportunity to work from home up to 2 days a week.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Learning opportunities

Career development

Qualifications

• Experience working with Indigenous children and youth in care preferred.
• Applicants with Indigenous heritage are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support cultural connection and permanency planning for children.
• Engage with families and communities to create cultural plans.
• Organize gatherings to promote cultural understanding.

Skills

Experience working with Indigenous families and communities

Cultural understanding

Education

Diploma/certificate in Human Service or related field

Job description

Overview

The Team
The Indigenous Cultural Care Team (ICCT) is part of the Ministry of Children and Family Development and works in partnership with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities to ensure children in care remain connected to their culture and identity. The team includes five Roots Practitioners, one Team Leader, and three contracted Elders, all committed to fostering cultural safety, community relationships, and meaningful connections for Indigenous children and youth.

The Role
The Roots Practitioner supports cultural connection and permanency planning by identifying and engaging with a child’s family, community, and cultural heritage. Through collaboration with families, caregivers, Elders, and Indigenous partners, the role facilitates cultural plans, organizes gatherings, and promotes cultural understanding—ensuring children and youth maintain strong ties to their identity and community.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma/certificate in Human Service or related field plus related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related experience must include:

• Experience working with Indigenous families and communities.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience working with Indigenous children and youth in care.
• Applicants who have Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience

Willingness/Proviso(s)

• May be required to work evenings/weekends.
• May be required to regularly travel in remote locations.
• May be required to use own vehicle on an expense account basis with appropriate insurance coverage.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC driver's licence.

Contact and Position Details

For questions regarding this position, please contact: [e-mail]

About this Position

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 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. 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 applicants originating from the land now known as Canada who are seeking work or are already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for guidance on the hiring process including applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, learning opportunities and career development. For more information, 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 may be assessed on knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position-related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

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 and start/end dates (month and year).

The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Applications will be accepted until the closing date and time. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.