ORGANIZATION: Surrounded by Cedar Child & Family Services,
JOB TITLE: Guardianship & Permanency
Planning Worker
POSITION DURATION: Two permanent; One 12-month contract
LOCATION: Admirals Walk/Fort Street
SALARY RANGE: $74,009.19 – $94,704.92
DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 28, 2026

Located on the traditional territories of the lək̓wəŋən People, Surrounded by Cedar Child & Family Services’ (SCCFS) vision is to support the empowerment of the urban Indigenous community to continue the reclamation of traditional systems of caring for and protecting children so no child or youth will be placed into care. As an urban delegated Indigenous Child & Family Service Agency, SCCFS is committed to providing child and family services strongly rooted in Indigenous cultural values and world views while ensuring urban Indigenous children and youth grow up connected to family, community, and culture.

SCCFS receives its delegation through the Provincial Director of Child Welfare, who gives the agency the authority to undertake administration of parts of the Child, Family and Community Service Act (CFCSA). Under its current delegation agreement, Surrounded by Cedar administers C3 (Voluntary Services) and C4 services (Guardianship).

SCCFS fosters a culturally safe working environment with a keen focus on Indigenous recruitment and retention. We work from the understanding that children are the most sacred gift from Creator. While working at the agency, employees will have the opportunity to be involved in cultural knowledge sharing opportunities, activities, and ceremonies, while being actively engaged in urban Indigenous community events.

From this competition pool, SCCFS will recruit two permanent employees and one short-term employee.

The Opportunity:  Join a team that values your contributions and allows you to grow your career while utilizing your unique skills, creativity, and passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of urban Indigenous children, youth, and families. In the role of Guardianship & Permanency Planning Worker, you will have the opportunity to:

• Provide child welfare services strongly rooted in Indigenous cultural values and beliefs while nurturing the cultural and spiritual identities of urban Indigenous children/youth in Continuing Care
• Serve as legal guardian for urban Indigenous children and youth in care, advocating for their cultural identity, safety, rights, holistic well-being, and best interests
• Develop, implement, and regularly review culturally grounded care plans focused on permanency, family reunification, and continuity of culture, in collaboration with youth, families, Indigenous Nations, and multidisciplinary care teams
• Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date case documentation; conduct regular visits and safety monitoring; coordinate services; participate in case planning, supervision, and delegated team processes
• Adhere to agency financial and policy requirements, provide duty coverage, mentor colleagues, contribute to team meetings and committees, and engage in ongoing professional development and quality assurance activities

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Child & Youth Care or a related discipline
• A minimum of one year of Indigenous child welfare experience
• An equivalent combination of education and/or training and at least three (3) years of child welfare related experience will be considered
• Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold C4 delegation in British Columbia
• A willingness to travel, sometimes to remote locations, and work some evenings and weekends
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license, access to a safe and reliable vehicle, and a favourable driver’s abstract
• Satisfactory vulnerable sector check as required through the Criminal Records Review Act.

• Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits plan, and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan
• A healthy working environment rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing and being
• Flexible work schedules and leave opportunities that promote work/life/family balance
• Physical wellness funds to support your overall well-being
• Professional development and learning opportunities to enhance your skills

Work is performed in a variety of settings, including in office, client homes and community settings. Working hours are generally Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Some evening and/or weekend work may be required. Work involves supporting children, youth and young adults with varying complex needs which may result in exposure to substance use and volatile behaviour. Regular travel. Some computer work may require longer hours of sitting and eyestrain. Multiple shifting priorities. May be required to occasionally lift or move equipment and boxes up to 50 pounds.

Apply Now! You may apply for this position on this page by clicking the.”Apply Now” button. Alternatively, you may email your resume and cover letter to Alisha Garvin, HR Specialist, at agarvin@sccfs.com.

Your cover letter should outline your interest in this opportunity and how you meet the job requirements.

Only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified applicants with First Nations, Métis, or Inuit ancestry.