Child Protection Worker (Growth)

Ministry of Children and Family Development We have multiple permanent vacancies in locations across the province, with some locations eligible for a retention incentive in addition to relocation assistance. Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week as per the telework agreement. Child Protection Worker (Growth) $78,386.35- $100,522.85 annually, which includes a 3 Grid Market Adjustment 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 need protection. If you would like to hear more about this position, we will be offering a live session via Teams. Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 12PM - 1PM (PST- Vancouver time). Please register via this link. We will send you an e-mail with information about how to attend the session. Qualifications for this role include: Preferred Credentials: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work or Bachelor’s Degree or higher 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). 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 (1) year of related OR job-specific work experience. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. Human Services fields include Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology or Nursing. For more information, a complete list of qualifications and to apply online by August 9th, 2026, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/124297

Child Protection Workers develop plans with families to ensure the safety of children and youth. They assess concerns of child abuse and neglect, interview relevant parties, and collaborate with agencies to create safety plans.

Candidates are preferred to have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work or Child & Youth Care, or a Master's Degree in related fields. A minimum of one year of related work experience is required, with other combinations of education and experience considered.

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• Child Protection
• Assessment
• Collaboration
• Safety Planning
• Interviewing
• Agency Coordination
• Family Support
• Child Welfare
• Crisis Intervention
• Case Management
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Empathy
• Cultural Competence
• Advocacy
• Teamwork

• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Healthcare

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

13 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

3 jours par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Associate