Resource Consultant

Macaulay Child Development•Toronto, ON

1d•CA$56,432 - CA$61,390•Onsite

About The Position

The Resource Consultant (RC) will provide consultation services, professional development and community education to licensed child care program staff and providers to promote successful inclusion and integration of children with special needs into licensed child care programs. Promote the coordination and development of service to improve access of children with special needs to licensed child care programs.

Requirements

Early Childhood Education degree with at least one year of specific special needs training and 2 years experience working with children with special needs
Member in good standing of the College of Early Childhood Educators
Proven ability to work effectively with community partners, parents/families, licensed child care staff, home child care providers and children with special needs to achieve integration and established outcomes
Proven experience leading the development and delivery of professional development workshops to adult audiences with a range of language and literacy levels
Advanced knowledge and experience in the areas of child development, child guidance and children with special needs
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and listening skills
Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language a definite asset
Computer literacy required together with proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Internet and email
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with parents/families, colleagues and service providers of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities
Strong understanding of teamwork and the ability to work effectively and contribute to a high performing team
Excellent time management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize
Valid Ontario Driver’s license with access to vehicle required.
Acceptable Vulnerable Sector Police Reference Check.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language a definite asset

Responsibilities

Assist licensed child care program staff and providers to develop and implement plans that facilitate inclusion and full participation of children with special needs
Observe, assess and document children’s strengths, areas of challenge and areas of emerging skills and interests
Perform developmental screening and observation of children in consultation with parents and child care staff and providers to assist in early identification of a child’s needs
Plan and deliver training to child care program staff, providers and parents, using a variety of strategies and techniques that build knowledge and skill in prevention, early identification and intervention techniques
Facilitate access to appropriate community resources for children with special needs.
Outreach to early years services, including licensed child care programs in the community
Maintain accurate and complete documentation as required
Actively participate in inter-agency and service provider initiatives aimed at coordinating services for children and reducing service gaps
Liaise with representatives from the community, City of Toronto, Children’s Services, and other groups or individuals who support children with special needs and their families
Advocate on behalf of children with special needs and their families
Attend agency staff meetings and training, team meetings and special events.
Engage in ongoing professional development and training.
Maintain optimal attendance at work.
Mentor or supervisor students and volunteers.
Work in compliance with all applicable regulations and laws
Comply with all Macaulay policies, practices and quality standards
Work to further Macaulay’s mission, vision, values and strategic directions
Perform other tasks as delegated or assigned