Summary
Description
The Team
The Burnaby Youth Custody Services team is a dedicated and supportive group of 67 Youth Correction Officers, structured into 8 teams, each led by a Senior Youth Corrections Supervisor. They collaborate closely with internal teams and community partners, including Youth Mental Health, Probation Officers, Chaplains, and Elders. Using a trauma-informed approach, the team ensures safety and consistency for youth in custody, addressing their complex needs while enabling public safety. With a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual support, this courageous team is committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable youth.
The Role
The Youth Corrections Officer plays a critical role in maintaining public safety, as well as the safety of both youth and staff within the custodial environment. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to build positive relationships with youth, helping them develop socially appropriate behaviors, boost self-esteem, and improve decision-making abilities. It also provides opportunity for personal growth, allowing you to develop valuable skills in communication, conflict resolution, and advocacy.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Must possess and continue to maintain a valid BC Class 5 driver’s licence.
- Must be a Canadian Citizen or have Permanent Residency Status.
Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., social work, childcare, psychology, sociology, criminology, etc.).
- Two (2) or more years experience working with adolescents or with a vulnerable adult population.
An Enhanced Screening Questionnaire will be forwarded to applicants by the hiring manager via email once the initial screening completed. This Enhanced Security Screening must be returned to the hiring manager to be considered for the competition.
COPAT: If you meet all the above stated Selection Criteria, you will be asked to complete the Correctional Officer Physical Abilities Test (COPAT). The Hiring Manager will contact you with instructions on how you may register for COPAT. You will need to bring a completed Medical Clearance form (signed, stamped, and dated by a Medical Practitioner), your Valid Driver’s Licence and your Valid First Aid Certificate. Successful completion of COPAT is a requirement of this position.
ENHANCED SECURITY SCREENING: Applicants who are successful after their interview and reference checks will be made a conditional offer of employment. Those applicants accepting this conditional offer will be required to complete/provide the following:
- Security fingerprinting.
- Police record check.
- Security Screening questionnaire.
- Computer Voice Stress Analysis.
- Driver’s abstract.
- Criminal Records Review Act Check.
MEDICAL: Applicants who successfully complete the Enhanced Security Screening will be required to undergo the following:
- A Tuberculosis (TB) test prior to booking an appointment for a Medical Assessment.
- Successful completion of a Medical Assessment.
Successful applicants are subject to verification of education, employment history and credentials to include CORNET and Justin Systems checks.
Provisos:
- Must be able to handle unpleasant and emotionally charged situations.
- Must be able to control hostile and dangerous behaviour, requiring maturity and self-awareness.
- Must undergo enhanced security screening and a medical examination.
- Must be willing to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.
- Must successfully complete and pass the Physical Fitness Abilities Test (COPAT).
- Must be willing and able to travel.
- Must be willing and able to work shift work, including evenings, weekends and holidays within a 24/7 operation.
- Will be required to use physical and necessary force to protect the safety of others and oneself.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Nicole.Hopkins@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
As a supernumerary regular employee, you will be guaranteed 1736 hours annually and will have all the benefits of a regular employee under the Collective Agreement except for permanent scheduled pattern. You will be placed on the callboard in order of seniority. When a permanent base position becomes available the most senior supernumerary regular employee will be placed into the position.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
As the custody centre is a 24 hour operation. Successful applicants will be required to work evenings/weekends and a variety of shifts on an as and when required basis. Seasonal peaks in availability of work are to be expected.
There are multiple regular full-time positions available at the Burnaby Youth Custody Centre.
These positions have full time on-site requirements.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
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.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
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. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation. 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.
