Job Title: Infant Development Program Consultant
Location: Sechelt/Gibsons – In-Office
Employment Type: Full-Time, 12-month Term, 35 hours/week
Compensation: $39.49-$41.46
About Community Services
Since 1974, Sunshine Coast Community Services Society has been at the heart of creating positive change for people on the Sunshine Coast. With a legacy built on care, dedication, and adaptability, we proudly offer over 30 impactful programs across the region. Our work spans four vital areas: Community Action and Engagement, Together Against Violence, Child and Family Counselling, and Family, Youth, and Children’s Services.
Guided by our core values—social justice, interdependence, diversity, compassion, and respect—we are driven to empower individuals and strengthen our community. We’re seeking passionate, values-driven individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of others. If that sounds like you, join us and be part of our meaningful journey!
About the Role
As an Infant Development Program Consultant, you'll deliver an integrated, family-centered, and strength-based approach to infant development. This role involves providing individualized services to families and facilitating groups that promote healthy parent-child relationships. The Infant Development Consultant reports to the Manager, Family, Youth, & Children’s Services.
What You’ll Do
- Support families and infants through evidence-based, attachment, and trauma-informed practices, respecting their choices in home, group, and daycare settings.
- Develop individualized plans for infants, recording progress from home visits and assessments, and ensuring timely communication of reports to parents and relevant professionals.
- Empower parents by encouraging advocacy for their infant's diagnostic and medical services, understanding that diagnosis is a tool for support and inclusion.
- Plan, prepare, and facilitate IDP playgroups, along with delivering evidence-based parenting programs to families, both individually and in groups.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with each child and family, celebrating their unique strengths and assisting them in planning experiences for infant growth and development.
- Collaborate with other community professionals (with consent) to ensure consistent service delivery, organize family meetings, and champion inclusion in all aspects of practice.
- Inform families of vital community resources and opportunities, including education, health, social services, and childcare options.
- Manage client records in accordance with program manuals and SCCSS policy, and actively work to reduce barriers to services by understanding community demographics.
- Ensure effective service delivery that aligns with agency mandate, policy, and all legal, contractual, and financial compliance requirements, while championing ongoing accreditation standards.
- Contribute to SCCSS's mission, vision, and values, including supporting a creative learning environment for students and volunteers.
What You Bring
- A post-secondary degree in a field related to infant and child development with at least three years of experience working with infants and toddlers. An equivalent combination of related education and experience will also be considered.
- Completion of or enrollment in an Infant Development Program is an asset.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of family systems, family-centered service, early intervention, child development, and community-based services.
- A good understanding of relevant local, provincial, and federal legislation.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team setting and to work independently as needed.
- Experience working effectively and in a non-judgmental manner with clients from different cultures, ethnicity, and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Knowledge of the impacts of colonization including residential schools on Indigenous peoples.
- Works within a trauma-informed practice approach.
- Experience with non-violent crisis intervention approaches is an asset.
- Knowledge of Universal Safety Precautions.
- Experience working in the non-profit sector is an asset.
- The ability to work additional flexible hours to accommodate the schedule and needs of the clients and program.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with an electronic client records management system.
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive and Transparent Compensation as we value fairness and clarity in our wages.
- Employer covers 100% of health benefits and 75% of long-term disability premiums.
- Start with 3 weeks in your first year, increasing to 4 weeks in your second year.
- Receive special leave annually for wellness, personal needs, and more.
- Paid memberships for professional designations and plenty of opportunities for growth.
- Be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference.
- Participate in our annual Off-Site Team Building Day with fun, engaging activities that foster collaboration and connection.
Additional Requirements:
- A Class 5 driver’s license is required to travel to different sites or meetings.
- Criminal Record Check (CRC) clearance is required for working with vulnerable populations.
- This is an in-office position.
How to Apply
Please include your resume as a part of your application.
We are committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any part of the application process, please contact [email protected]
“We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.”
