SPO 24 HTR - Resource/Out of Care Worker

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Williams Lake; Hybrid; CAD 88,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Market adjustments

Travel within Cariboo region

Job summary

British Columbia Public Service Careers in Williams Lake, BC, is seeking a Resource/Out of Care Worker to secure safe homes for children and youth and support caregivers in a collaborative setting.

You will work with Indigenous partners and multidisciplinary teams, conducting assessments, attending planning meetings, and assisting with contract management to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work or Child & Youth Care with practicum in family and child welfare.
• Master’s Degree in Educational Counselling Psychology or MA in Counselling Psychology with practicum in family and child welfare.
• BC College of Social Workers registration or eligibility for delegation under CFCSA.
• If education was obtained outside Canada, ICES equivalency assessment is required by closing date.

Responsibilities

• Help secure safe and supportive homes for children and youth on short-term and long-term bases.
• Provide guidance and support to caregivers, family care homes, agency homes, and out-of-care families.
• Collaborate with caregivers, Indigenous partners, and multidisciplinary teams; complete assessments and participate in planning meetings.
• Support contract management to ensure children and youth receive the care they need.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Child & Youth Care

Master’s Degree in Educational Counselling Psychology or MA in Counselling Psychology

Registration with BC College of Social Workers or eligible

ICES equivalency documentation if education obtained outside Canada

Job description

SPO 24 HTR - Resource/Out of Care Worker - (126246)

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Posting Title

SPO 24 HTR - Resource/Out of Care Worker

Position Classification

Social Program Officer R24 HTR

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$88,130.70 - $100,522.85 annually, which includes a 3 Grid Market Adjustment*

Close Date

10/28/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

MCFD

Job Summary

The Team

The Cariboo Resource and Guardianship team consists of 4 other Resource workers, 2 Guardianship workers and is supervised by a Team Leader who is skilled and experienced with SHSS agency homes and transitions. Additionally, this team is supported by a dedicated Team Assistant and can utilize both the SPO A and SPO 21’s as needed. There are frequent all team meetings in the Williams Lake office, giving you the opportunity to hear what is happening with other service areas and share what is happening with your team. Covering a large geographical area, travelling scenic roads is one of the many perks of being a member of this team as you attend homes to ensure the best support for our caregivers. With it’s rich Indigenous and Gold Rush history, and current opportunities to engage with culture throughout the year, the Cariboo continues to be a land that shapes a person. We are looking forward to your contributions.

The Role

In this Resource and Out of Care Worker role, you will help secure safe and supportive homes for children and youth on both a short-term and long-term basis, while providing guidance and support to caregivers, family care homes, agency homes, and out-of-care families. You will collaborate with caregivers, service providers, Indigenous partners, and multidisciplinary teams, complete assessments, participate in planning meetings, and support contract management to help ensure children and youth receive the care they need. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a direct impact by helping children and youth remain connected to their home communities, cultures, and support networks, while working in an inclusive and collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives, continuous learning, and strong community partnerships.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements

Applicants may be considered who meet the preferred OR expanded credentials and experience requirements

• 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 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.

Expanded Credentials:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field OR Bachelor’s Degree witha 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.
• PLUS, a minimum of one year of related OR job-specific work experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
  • 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.

Human Services fields include

Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology or Nursing.

Preference will 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 SPO 24-30 base position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA)

Preference maybe given to applicants with the following:

• Eligible for delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).

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:

• Salary placement based on education and experience.

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/or permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
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.

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