Posting Title

SPO-CP 24R -Travelling CPW - 10 Day Rotation (Growth)

Position Classification

Social Prog Off-Child Prot R24

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA

Salary Range

$76,142.67 - $100,522.85 annually, which includes a 3 Grid Market Adjustment* at the full working level

Close Date

7/23/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Service Delivery

Job Summary

The Team
The Child Protection Teams are a dedicated group committed to supporting children and families by collaborating closely with Indigenous and other cultural communities. As a member of this team, you'll work alongside other professionals in the rural community, all focused on making a positive impact through respectful and culturally sensitive practices. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that truly makes a difference in the lives of children and families.

The Role
As a Travelling Child Protection Worker, you will assess and respond to concerns of child abuse and neglect by interviewing families, developing safety plans, and determining if children need protection. Your work directly impacts the well-being of vulnerable children and youth, helping to strengthen families and promote healthy development. The Travelling Child Protection Worker offers a unique opportunity to work in rural and remote communities while living in your current community. You'll travel and work for 10 days (Monday to Friday) from your assigned community office, followed by 10 days (Monday to Friday) working from home or your headquarters/office location.

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:

• Currently hold full delegation (C6) under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFSCA)
• Eligible for immediate full delegation (C6) under the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA).
• One or more years job specific experience.
• Applicants who self-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.
• A full list of related work experience.
• Definition of job specific experience.
• Willingness/proviso statements.

About this Position:
There is 1 permanent position available.
These positions can be based in any of the following Ministry of Child and Family Development offices: Prince George or Kamloops.
These positions will be providing services in one of communities of McBride and Valemount, and your home and/or headquarters will be located in Kamloops or Prince George. This position involves a schedule where you'll work ten (10) days (Monday to Friday) from the community offices in McBride/Valemount followed by ten (10) days (Monday to Friday) working from home and/or your headquarter location (home location is defined as your usual place of residence) as per the Service Delivery Division's Telework Policy. Travel to and from the community offices will occur within the scheduled work days.
Flexible work options are available. This position may be able to work up to 1 day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and 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.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category

Social Services

Additional Information

Job Profile SPO-CP 24R (Growth) -Travelling CPW - 10 Day Rotation