Summary
Description
The Team:
The Ministry of Children and Family Development team is a dedicated and diverse unit, including Child Protection, Child & Youth Mental Health, Resource & Adoptions, Child Youth Support Needs, and Collaborative Planning and Decision Making. This integrated approach positively impacts children, youth, young adults, and families. The team consists of 10 professionals working closely with social workers and team leaders to provide comprehensive support.
Your Role:
As a Team Assistant, you will apply your administrative skills in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment, providing essential clerical and program support to the Office Manager and staff. You will be the first point of contact, greeting and directing clients, updating databases, managing records, and handling incoming calls and mail. Additionally, you will maintain office supplies, liaise with the Financial Services Division, and support social workers and team leaders, contributing to the success of children, youth, and families as they thrive.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
- One year of administrative support experience in an office environment.
- Six months experience working in a computerized environment using various computer applications and data bases. (For example: Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel, Outlook, Teams) for word processing, spread sheeting, data entry, email and video teleconferencing; and case management or other database applications.
- Six months experience providing quality customer or client service, carrying out duties and responding to client needs in a professional manner.
- Experience working independently and as a team member with a multi-disciplinary environment and with other professional staff, client, and service providers.
- Keyboard with speed and accuracy at approximately 40 – 50 words per minute.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preference may be given to applicants with:
- Administrative experience working with vulnerable children and families in a human/social services setting.
- Experience using MCFD applications: Integrated Case Management (ICM) and/or Management Information Systems (MIS) computer applications.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Darlene.Teron@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position is part time (35 hours biweekly)
This position has full time on-site requirements.
There is currently a temporary opportunity available until October 31, 2025
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or 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.
Amendment (March 19, 2025)
Working for the BC Public Service:
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.
We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.
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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.
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