SPO 21R - Connect Attachment Programs Supervisor (93583)

Job Description:

Connect Attachment Programs Supervisor
Social Program Officer R21

This posting is for a Full Time Temporary opportunity for approximately 18 months. This temporary assignment may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies. 
This position is based in Coquitlam. The successful candidate will be required to work from the office as needed.

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19.  Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required.  It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service.  More information can be found here.

An opportunity to make a difference to the lives of BC’s youth

The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre (Maples), located at their new site of həy̓χʷət kʷθə šxʷhəliʔ leləm (Healing Spirit House) provides specialized community programs as well as live-in treatment services (serving the entire province). Through its programs and services, the Maples supports communities in caring for and treating young people aged 12 to 17 with significant mental health and behavioural difficulties. Maples programs include comprehensive care plan services, care plan consultant services, outreach services, respite services and live-in services wherein a young person due to the severity of their challenges, may stay on-site at həy̓χʷət kʷθə šxʷhəliʔ leləm Healing Spirit House in Coquitlam while attending the programs. Services are culturally safe and provided to Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth, families, caregivers and communities.

The Maples is also one of the resources designated as a mental health facility in the province for the detention and treatment of youth found Unfit to Stand Trial or Not Criminally Responsible by Reason of a Mental Disorder under the Criminal Code of Canada and is the only facility providing longer term care and treatment to youth for this purpose.

This position works under the direct clinical supervision of the Program Coordinator and functions in the role of a group facilitator and group facilitator trainer, as well as providing direct supervision to facilitators-in-training for the Connect Attachment Programs©. You will also design and deliver community education and training events; develop, organize and implement community development initiatives; and participate in on-going program development and evaluation. 

This position provides clinical consultation to multiple community partners around developing and maintaining Maples initiatives including attachment-based caregiver groups; articulates complex conceptual models of care and treatment to multiple groups of diverse clinical and non-clinical backgrounds.

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca).

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile.  For specific position related enquiries, please contact william.myers@gov.bc.ca. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.  For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

•    Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred) in Social Work, Psychology (Clinical or Counselling), Child and Youth Care, or equivalent disciplines (e.g. Criminology).

• NOTE: If your degree was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES). Confirmation for equivalency for your degree is required for you to be considered.

•    Certified to deliver Connect Attachment Programs© modalities, OR able to be certified and complete 3 groups within 6 months.  Training and support will be provided.
•    Experience in facilitating therapeutic groups.

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:
•    Experience in supervision of Connect Attachment Programs (including Attachment Parent Groups).
•    Experience in Training Connect Attachment Programs (including Attachment Parent Groups).
•    Experience in supervision of therapeutic group leaders.
•    Experience in training others in clinical concepts and principles.
 

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting. 

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 
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 (BASIC): YES - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Posting Close Date:

11/24/2022

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