ADMN O 24R - Senior Investigator – Closing date extended

The Team
The Assisted Living Registry and Community Care Licensing Branch consists of investigators, practice leads, program advisors and policy analysts, as well as an Executive Director, three directors, and program assistants. The Assisted Living Registry team of the Branch ensures compliance with the Community Care and Assisted Living Act, through monitoring and inspecting residences as well as investigating complaints. Our dedicated team is committed to protecting and promoting residents’ health and safety. We value diverse perspectives and seek to provide an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute and thrive.

The Role
As Senior Investigator, you will assess and ensure compliance with legislation by leading complex inspections and investigations of assisted living residences for seniors and individuals with disabilities, mental health issues or in supportive recovery. Your work will have a direct impact on protecting and promoting the health and safety of vulnerable populations in these settings and help to improve their living environments. Candidates should be excited about the opportunity to explore the unique operations of assisted living across the province and contributing to meaningful change in the lives of those they serve. For more insight, check out this video on Assisted living in BC - providing person-centered service.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in social sciences, humanities, law, care field (social work, mental health, substance use, seniors), or a related field plus two (2) years of recent, related experience* in each of the areas listed below; OR
• Diploma in law, humanities, care field (social work, mental health, substance use, seniors), statutory investigations or a related field plus three (3) years of recent, related experience* in each of the areas listed below; OR
• No degree, post-secondary training in investigation and enforcement skills or equivalent and a minimum of four (4) years of recent, related experience* in each of the areas listed below.
• Applicants must have a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s licence as travel is a requirement of this position.

*Recent (within last 7 years), related experience must include:

• Experience conducting inspections to monitor compliance.
• Experience conducting complex investigations and taking enforcement action.
• Interpreting and applying legislation, regulations and policy in complex situations.
• Preparing formal decisions including analysis, reports and correspondence.
• Working with adversarial clients.
• Working with populations with complex health and social challenges.
• Experience providing coaching and mentorship.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• Health or social sector experience.
• Experience providing formal training to others.
• Experience working with Indigenous organizations and communities.
• Trauma Informed Practice and Training.
• Those who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit).

Proviso:

• This position requires travel to conduct inspections throughout the province. Overnight travel will be required.
• The position involves work that is of a highly sensitive nature which may be triggering for some individuals.
• This position will require flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.

For questions regarding this position, please contact HLTH.SSDHR@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment (November 20, 2024): Posting closing date extended to November 28, 2024.
Two (2) positions available.
Currently there is one permanent opportunity and one temporary opportunity until May 25th, 2025. A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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 - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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