SPO 24R HTR (Growth) - Guardianship Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

1-grid Market Adjustment

2-grid Market Adjustment

Isolation allowance

Job summary

British Columbia Public Service Careers is seeking a Guardianship Worker for the Smithers area. This role focuses on safeguarding children in care, developing plans that promote well-being and permanency, and collaborating with families and Indigenous partners.

The position is based in Smithers with travel to nearby communities, offering hybrid work options and a pathway within the BC Public Service’s growth adjustments. Competitive salary and allowances apply.

Qualifications

• 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 practicum in family and child welfare OR in-service MCFD employees in SPO 24-30 base position.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans that promote safety, stability, well-being and lasting permanency for children in care.
• Advocate for children’s rights and collaborate with caregivers, Indigenous partners and service providers.
• Ensure healthcare, cultural, emotional and developmental needs are respected and met.
• Travel between Smithers, Houston and Hazelton to deliver services as required.

Job description

SPO 24R HTR (Growth) - Guardianship Worker - (126234)

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Posting Title

SPO 24R HTR (Growth) - Guardianship Worker

Position Classification

Social Program Officer R24 HTR

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$78,386.35 - $100,522.85 annually, which includes a 1 Grid Market Adjustment* at growth and a 3 Grid Market Adjustment* at the full working level. Plus there is a $39.92 bi-weekly isolation allowance.

Close Date

10/29/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Northern SDA

Job Summary

The Team

The Smithers Guardianship Team is an established, collaborative team of three Guardianship Workers, one Child, Youth, and Family Services Support Worker, and a Team Leader who work together to support children and youth in care. The team focuses on developing plans that promote safety, stability, well‑being and lasting permanency, while advocating for children’s rights and celebrating their milestones. Working closely with caregivers, Indigenous partners, and community service providers, the team takes a child-centred, culturally respectful approach to help every child feel supported and build a positive future.

The Role

As a Guardianship Worker with the Smithers team, you will help children and youth in care feel safe, supported, and connected to their families, cultures, and communities by developing plans that promote their well‑being, stability, and lasting permanency. The Guardianship Worker helps ensure each child’s unique cultural, emotional, legal, and developmental needs are respected and met. This meaningful and varied role offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in young people’s lives while growing professionally in an inclusive, supportive environment that values diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. This position is based in Smithers and provides service in Smithers, Houston, and Hazelton. This requires regular travel between the communities.

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.

• 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 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 SPO 24-30 base position that requires delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA)
• Eligible for delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

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.

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 at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

This position is based in Smithers and provides services to Smithers, Houston, and Hazelton. Regular travel between the communities is required.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future 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.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

• An additional 1-grid Market Adjustment for Social Program Officers placed in the SPO Growth Series.
• An additional 2-grid Market Adjustment for Social Program Officers placed in the SPO R18 to SPO R30 classifications.

Working for the BC Public Service

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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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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