About the role

Infant and child development consultant delivering family-centred early intervention services. Assessing children, coaching caregivers, coordinating supports and facilitating developmental programs across Fraser Valley communities.

Responsibilities

Screen, assess and evaluate the needs of families and clients involved in early intervention services
Provide direct intervention and/or consultation in home, centre and community settings
Evaluate client progress regularly
Coach families to build parent capacity and support positive parent-child relationships
Assist families in planning and providing developmental experiences in home and community settings
Research and inform families about additional resources and make referrals when appropriate
Support the full participation and successful inclusion of children in family and community life
Facilitate development and implementation of individual plans reflecting family choices and priorities
Assist families with service management, coordination and transitions
Support family decision-making regarding education, social and health services
Act as primary service provider to identify priorities and set realistic goals with families
Collaborate with an integrated early intervention team to determine appropriate services
Create and maintain documentation and reports; communicate report information to families
Conduct groups, training, information sessions and workshops
Participate in department, team and staff meetings
Maintain professional knowledge through workshops, publications, networks and regional training
Perform other related duties assigned by the Department Leader

Bachelor’s degree in an area related to early childhood development
Minimum three years of experience working in child development and with families
Training and experience in working with families
Valid BC driver’s license with reliable use of a car for work
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Effective and professional written and verbal communication skills
Sound knowledge of early childhood development
Demonstrated understanding of family-centred practice
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
Ability to plan and facilitate workshops, meetings, and groups
Physical ability to perform position duties
Required to complete satisfactory background checks, including a criminal record check, as applicable to the position
Travel between FVCDC locations and community-based service delivery sites is required