Child Development Worker

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Hamilton, ON

3d•CA$24 - CA$37•Hybrid

About The Position

The Child Development Worker shares and participates in the planning and delivery of infant and children’s programs, creation of Individual Development Plans and supporting pregnant and parenting youth and adults. This position is a permanent part-time position with up to 20 hours/week. Work schedule is Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM and additional hours 1x/month to participate in donation pickup rotation.

Requirements

Completion of a Community College Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child Studies or equivalent as determined by the Association of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario.
Current Standard First Aid & CPR Level C Certification
NVCI Certification
Minimum of two (2) years of prior related experience working with infants in a childcare environment or social service setting.
Knowledge of child welfare system and addictions and mental health.
Knowledge and an understanding of the needs of children and young parents and adults.
Knowledge of the unlicensed childcare sector and community resources.
Current and demonstrated knowledge in: Fundamental concepts and theories of child development, children’s mental health, and parenting skills are essential.
Skills pertinent to developing and facilitating infant/toddler/parenting programs.
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products i.e., Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, etc.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility at all times
Non-judgmental, with the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times.
Attentive listening skills
A valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License is required, a current Driver’s Abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion
Provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required. The screening is secured either through the national Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment.
Screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.
Develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Alternative combinations of education may be considered

Responsibilities

Share and participate in the responsibility for planning, preparing, and implementing stimulating, age-appropriate activities that encourage children’s creativity and learning; promote each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Develop, complete, and monitor Individual Development plans for children.
Submit Individual Development Plans to Program Manager or Team Lead for review.
Work collaboratively with team members to support integrated Individual Development Plans and goals for the family.
Share and participate in planning, implementation, and facilitation of parent/child programming.
Provide supervision to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children
Recognize and respond to the needs of each child including feeding, changing, soothing.
Participate in program development, regular supervision, performance reviews (PEAC) and evaluations as required and the accreditation process.
Present updates and Individual Development Plans at Young Parent team meetings
Assist with the orientation of new children and families to the program as necessary.
Observe and monitor children's play activities.
Complete accurate documentation including daily log, progress notes on individual children, including observations and information about activities, reports, incident reports, serious occurrences and record and submit all stats.
Ensure that all information about children, family etc. is strictly confidential; and that activity records and statistics are stored in a secure location.
Model appropriate and positive behaviors and attitudes for the child and family.
Communicate effectively with families and team members.
Ensure effective risk management; health and safety of the playroom environment, monitoring food safety, allergies, and facility cleanliness/maintenance; provides emergency first aid and completes reports and file incident reports as required.
Share responsibility for maintaining program equipment in good repair; assist with toy/equipment disinfecting, maintaining the play environments and storage areas in an organized and clutter-free condition
Perform other position related duties as required.
Reports directly to Program Director or designate
May be responsible to support new staff or volunteers in teaching various work methods