SPO-CP 24R - Child Protection Worker (Growth) - Amended

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Job summary

British Columbia Public Service Careers is seeking a Child Protection Worker in Surrey to join the South Fraser Service Delivery team. The role focuses on developing safety plans and coordinating with families and external agencies to protect children and youth.

The incumbent will assess concerns, interview involved parties, and collaborate to determine necessary supports. Remote work may be available subject to telework policies and market adjustments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Social Work/Child & Youth Care, or Master’s with practicum in family and child welfare.
• Equivalent credential with BC College of Social Workers registration or approval letter.
• If education obtained outside Canada, ICES equivalency assessment required by closing date.

Responsibilities

• Develop safety plans for children and youth at risk.
• Assess concerns and coordinate with families and agencies.
• Interview parents, children and youth to determine needs and supports.
• Document actions and ensure CFCSA compliance.

Education

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

Master’s Degree in Educational Counselling Psychology / Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology with practicum in family and child welfare

Registration or approval with BC College of Social Workers (or equivalent)

Job description

SPO-CP 24R - Child Protection Worker (Growth) - Amended - (125834)

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Posting Title

SPO-CP 24R - Child Protection Worker (Growth) - Amended

Position Classification

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$78,386.35 - $100,522.85 annually, which includes a 3 Grid Market Adjustment* at the full working level

Close Date

10/7/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

South Fraser Service Delivery

Job Summary

The Team
The South Fraser Service Delivery Team is an established team of experienced, independent Child Protection Workers serving the multicultural community of Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley. The team works with emergency services to provide essential support and services to vulnerable children, youth and families.

The Youth Family Service team (15-18) and the Youth Family Response Team (12-14) work with youth and their families to address their needs and provide support over the long term. The teams are highly collaborative with a focus on keeping youth with their families and reunifying youth with their natural networks whenever possible. The team works closely with the Youth Intake Team (15-18), the Youth Empowerment Outreach Team (YEOT), as well teams across the region and service lines.

The Role
Child Protection Workers specialize in developing plans with families to ensure the safety of children and youth through assessment and collaboration. They receive, assess and respond to concerns of child abuse and neglect by interviewing parents, children and youth, assessing strengths and needs, working with appropriate agencies, developing safety plans and determining if children or youth are in need of protection. This is a wonderful opportunity for workers who want to make a difference in the lives of children, youth and families.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements\
Applicants may be considered who meet the preferred OR expanded credentials and experience requirements.
1. Preferred Credentials:

• 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.

2. Expanded Credentials:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field OR Bachelor’s Degree with a 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 may be given to applicants with the following:

• Immediately eligible for or currently possessing full C6 delegation under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFSCA).
• Applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

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:
Amendment September 29, 2026: Posting closing date extended to October 7, 2026.
Amendment (September 17, 2026): Job Profile has been amended.
Flexible work options are available, this position may be able to work up to one or more days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments *.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and temporary 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.
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