We are looking for a temporary Infant Development Consultant to provide services to developmentally delayed infants and their families at our Dogwood Place Child and Youth Development Center.
The successful candidate will have:
- A flexible approach to supporting children and families, be very well organized and understand the various resources and community programs available;
- A high level of understanding regarding child development and the impact of disability and delay on growth and development;
- The ability to support families in addressing those issues within a family-centred model;
- Experience of working with infants and children with developmental delays within a consulting home visiting model;
- Demonstrated practical experience in exercising independent judgment and initiative;
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills (written and verbal, including presentation and facilitation skills);
- The ability to work as an effective team member on a multi-disciplinary team;
- Knowledge of and experience of working with community agencies;
- The personal qualities and attitudes as expected under the four pillars of – Respect – Fairness – Belonging – Inclusion
Requirements:
- A degree in a field related to child development or the equivalent.
- Experience of working with children 0-3 years with developmental delays, within a family context.
- Knowledge of and commitment to the principles and practices of family cantered practice.