Infant/Child Development Consultant

Who We Are

The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre is located in the beautiful Fraser Valley, close to nature and city, with many opportunities for outdoor and leisure activities. We acknowledge that we provide our services on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Stó:lō and Nlaka'pamux peoples. We are a community-based organization providing innovative, strength based, family centered services to children and youth with support needs, and their families. Our work focuses on child development – supporting, advocating, and empowering children and families. Services are delivered in a culture of excellence, diversity, and respect, with a focus on positive outcomes for each child, their families, our staff, and our community. We believe in “Helping Kids Shine”.

We are dedicated to strengthening the well-being, growth and participation of children, youth and their families through innovative evidence-based child development services.

The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre is a flexible, supportive employer that invests in the mental health, wellbeing, and professional development of their staff. FVCDC envisions a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

Position Type: Temporary, Part-Time (0.8 FTE/30 Hours a Week). It's a 18 month term position ending April, 2028

Union Classification: P1, Schedule E

Wage Range: $40.19 - $50.20 per hour

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Department Leader, this role focuses on holistic caseload management, employing clinically proven methods to assess, plan, and implement infant and child development programs. You'll engage directly with infants and children, implementing tailored programs, and empower caregivers and the community through training initiatives. This multifaceted approach creates a developmental environment that addresses individual needs while extending a positive impact to the broader community. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, caregivers and communities, bring your expertise to our team and contribute to maximizing every child's potential.

Join our Infant Child Development team and help nurture each child's unique strengths, support their growth, and create opportunities for every little star to shine!

Key Responsibilities

1. In accordance with a family centred model, screen, assess and evaluate the needs of families and clients involved in early intervention services.
   
2. Provide direct intervention and/or consultation in home, centre and community settings for all clients requesting ICDC services. Evaluate progress regularly.
   
3. Support the family in developing positive relationships with their child by using strategies such as coaching to build parent capacity. Assist the family in planning and providing experiences in the home and community, which will encourage growth and development of the infant/child.
   
4. Research and inform the family of additional resources available and have knowledge of agencies and programs in the community to make referrals when appropriate.
   
5. Provide appropriate support required for the full participation and successful inclusion of children in family and community life.
   
6. Facilitate the development and implementation of individual plans for children that reflect the choices and priorities identified by their families.
   
7. Assist families with the management and coordination of services for their child and facilitate transitions occurring for those involved. Support families in the decision making process regarding the child's education, social or health services.
   
8. Act as primary service provider by supporting the family to identify priorities and help set realistic goals.
   
9. Participate as a member of an integrated early intervention team by working collaboratively with other professionals to determine the best array and intensity of services based on the stated goal of the family or caregiver.
   
10. Create and maintain documentation and/or reports. Communicate report information to families. Follow appropriate guidelines for report writing and therapy notes and confidentiality as per the FVCDC Policy and Procedure manual.
    
11. Conduct groups, training and information sessions, and workshops to educate community, parents and professionals when deemed appropriate.
    
12. Actively participate in department, team and staff meetings.
    
13. Maintain professional knowledge by attending education workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks and participating in regional training opportunities.
    
14. Other related duties as assigned by the department Leader - Infant/Child Development

Qualifications & Experience

• 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.

Skills & Abilities

• 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.

Why Join FVCDC?

• Extended Health and Dental Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Paid vacation, sick time and special leave
• Yearly education allowance up to $1000
• Additional employer sponsored learning and development opportunities
  
• Collaborative team environment
• Flexible working hours, with opportunity to do some work from home
• Work cell phone and laptop
• On-site free parking
• Travel mileage reimbursement

Location & Travel: This position is based in Abbotsford. However, to meet operational requirements, staff may be assigned or reassigned to another FVCDC location with a minimum of two weeks' and up to four weeks' notice. Travel between FVCDC locations and to community-based service delivery sites is required.

Background and Criminal Record Checks
As part of our hiring process, the successful candidate will be required to complete satisfactory background checks, including a criminal record check, as applicable to the position.

Disclaimer: Please directly apply to career opportunities at the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre (FVCDC) on our careers page to make sure your application reaches the Hiring Manager. Any job Postings which are not posted on FVCDC career page are not legitimate job opportunities posted by FVCDC. Please note that FVCDC never requests your SIN number and any personal details prior to the onboarding (interview) process.