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Child Safety Social Worker
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- CPR Certification
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Casual Youth Care Worker
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Youth Care Specialist
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Weekend Youth Support Worker
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Multi-Cultural Liaison Support with Tagalog Fluency
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Education Assistant - Itinerant - Indigenous ED - Temporary
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Guidance Counselor - Olive Grove School
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Casual Indigenous Education Worker - Prince George
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Part-Time Community and Youth Outreach Worker - RVS Community Learning Centre (CLC) - Cochrane
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Family Support Worker
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School District #36 (Surrey) —Surrey, BC
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Child Safety Social Work Assistant
Vancouver Aboriginal Child & Family Services Society —Vancouver, BC
- $62,609.62–$70,814.71 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Bachelor's
- Case management
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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Child Safety Social Worker

Vancouver Aboriginal Child & Family Services Society -
Vancouver, BC

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Job details

Full-time
$74,009.08–$100,522.86 a year

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Class 5 Licence
Nursing
Microsoft Outlook
Trauma-informed care
Master's degree
Experience working with children
Education
Bachelor's
Decision making
Psychology
Human Services
Social Work
Communication skills
Early Childhood Education

Full job description

At VACFSS, we ensure that the rights, safety, well-being and spirit of Indigenous children and families are upheld, honoured and protected. We strive to eliminate oppression, discrimination and marginalization within our community. We acknowledge and honour the inherent wisdom, capacity and resourcefulness of our community in designing programs and services to care for our own children and families. Accordingly, we are dedicated to planning, developing, and implementing creative and innovative Indigenous programs and services in collaboration with members of our community and other agencies.

The objective of the Child Safety Program is to ensure the safety and well-being of children and to work towards the preservation of families. The Child Safety Program provides a continuum of services, from preventive programs which support and maintain families, to services that ensure permanency for children in care.

Position: Child Safety Social Worker
Status: Permanent Full-time
Department: Child Safety
Location: 2020 Yukon St, Vancouver, BC
Classification: Delegated Social Worker (Grid 21-24) +3 Temporary Market Adjustment (TMA)*
Salary: $74,009.08 to $100,522.86 annually

Delegated Child Safety Social Workers (Social Program Officer – CS) classified at Grid 24 working in Delegated Child Safety positions will receive 3 Temporary Market Adjustment (TMA) which will be placed at Grid 24 + 3 TMA.

Engage in restorative child welfare practice with Vancouver’s Indigenous community!
Receive a competitive salary of $74,009.08 to $100,522.86 annually PLUS a comprehensive benefits package!
Take on a challenging role that provides membership in the Public Service Pension Plan!

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Child Safety Social Worker (CSSW) is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of children through least intrusive, trauma-informed and restorative child welfare practices. This is enacted by the Social Worker working in partnership with the child’s family, extended family, community, Band or Nation to: (1) Gathering the child’s Circle; (2) Listen, assess and find solutions; (3) Create security, belonging and well-being; and (4) Keep the Circle strong.

The work of the CSSW is guided by the values of belonging, respect, strengths-based practice, integrity and humility. It is conducted in accordance with practice standards, legislation, Federal Act, "An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families", and VACFSS’s philosophy of service delivery, in pursuit of a balanced and harmonious Indigenous community.

Applies the process of traditional problem solving, utilizing collaboration and consensus, to analyze problems and develop appropriate solutions. Working with all perspectives in the circle, effectively evaluates a course of action, reaches decisions and modifies decisions based on changing circumstances or information.
Applies the Indigenous concept of relational engagement to with children, families, other employees and to the land from an Indigenous Worldview.
Provides leadership (Siiyamints) to children, families, agency employees and community partners.
Recognizes the importance and role that culture and spirituality play in everyday life of Indigenous people.
Recovers from or adjusts readily to change and challenging circumstances.
Maintains composure and emotional balance when working with children, families, agency employees and community partners.

A comprehensive position profile will be available at the time of interview.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Relational Engagement
Leadership
Collaborative Planning and Decision Making
Emotional Competency
Resilience
Cultural, Spiritual Expression

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience:

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
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.
C6 Delegation (to be provided).

2. Minimum 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.
C6 Delegation (to be provided).
Human Services fields include: Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, or Nursing.

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 supplemental report to be considered.

Job Skills and Abilities:

Good understanding of the Child, Family and Community Services Act.
Awareness of resources available to Indigenous children and families, and knowledge of the referral process.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with team members, other VACFSS colleagues, and personnel of other agencies in the community.
Ability to work with children and families in a respectful and culturally-sensitive manner.
Well-developed interpersonal counseling and assessment skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to investigate complex family situations and assess risk.
Aware of extended family practices within Indigenous communities.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Valid class 5 driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
Computer skills for Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Notes:

This position requires Union membership.
Applications will be accepted from applicants of all genders.
Applicants are required to have a reliable working vehicle and a valid class 5 driver’s license.
This position requires the incumbent to be available in the office. Remote work is unavailable.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS:

In exchange for your contributions to VACFSS, you will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, extended health, and dental
Group life
100% employer-paid premiums
3 weeks of vacation
Eligible for the VACFSS flex program
Membership in the Public Service Pension Plan
Access to VACFSS’ Staff Cultural Clinical Counselor
Access to Indigenous Cultural Teachings as coordinated by the Agency

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applications will be accepted from candidates with the above qualifications or from candidates that have delegated experience with MCFD or a Delegated Aboriginal Agency. An eligibility list may be created. Preference may be given to Indigenous candidates as per Section 41 of the Human Rights Code. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Situated on the unceded and occupied territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the xmθkym (Musqueam), Swxwú7mesh (Squamish), Selílwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and Stó:l nations.

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