Clk 09r - client service worker

Posting Title CLK 09R - Client Service Worker Position Classification Clerk R9 Union GEU Work Options On-Site Location Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA (Primary)
Salary Range $54,684.22 - $61,647.97 annually Close Date 11/19/2026 Job Type Regular Full Time Temporary End Date Ministry/Organization Social Dev & Poverty Reduction Ministry Branch / Division Service Delivery Division Job Summary

The Team
Client Service Workers (CSWs) play a valuable role in the Service Delivery Division’s service to British Columbians seeking income and disability assistance. Working closely with other CSWs and Employment and Assistance Workers, CSW’s provide important administrative and client service support, working comfortably in numerous computer programs on a wide range of tasks in a diverse and busy client service environment.

The Role
The Client Service Worker is primarily responsible for responding to public inquiries relating to income and disability services, and providing administrative support to their work unit. CSWs work in the Community Services Branch delivering in person services, or in the Virtual Services Branch providing services to people across the province by phone and virtual means.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience delivering a high standard of client service in a high volume environment (in person, via virtual technologies or over the telephone).
• Experience working with various computer applications including MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience providing services to clients experiencing poverty issues, substance use, or mental health issues.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience in a social services work environment.
• Experience providing financial and administrative support.
• Experience and/or training in conflict management.

Willingness Statements:

• Must be willing and able to display resilience in the face of adversity and demonstrate empathy interacting with citizens.
• Must be willing and able to use de-escalation techniques to manage some situations.

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of knowledge, skills and abilities and willingness/proviso(s).

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].

About this Position:
There is one (1) full time regular position available in Chilliwack.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies in Chilliwack.
Enhanced Security Screening 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.

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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

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.

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. 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.

Job Category Administrative Services, Social Services