Infant Development Consultant | Permanent Full Time - #2025

Is shaping the minds of the next generation part of your life’s calling? Developmental Disabilities Association has an immediate opening for an Infant Development Consultant (IDP) Consultant position. The I.D.P. Consultant uses and promotes a family centered approach and works in partnerships with parents and/or caregivers to develop useful strategies for the child. The Infant Development Program Consultant is a dedicated and knowledgeable member of a comprehensive organization-wide support team.

Since 1952, Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Come see what we’re all about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for our latest blogs and then connect with us on social and say hello.

JOB TITLE:             INFANT DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT | #2025

SERVICE AREA:     Early Learning & Youth                       

LOCATION:             Vancouver, BC

START DATE:         July 07, 2025

TERM/STATUS:      Permanent Full Time

SCHEDULE/HRS:   Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00 // 37.5 hours per week

HOURLY WAGE:    $41.53 as per collective agreement

THE ROLE:  

The Infant Development Consultant makes a significant contribution to children and families by providing home-based services to infants’ birth to three years of age, who are experiencing developmental delays or considered to be at risk of delays. Consultants assist families to optimize their child’s development and continuing participation in activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

•    University Degree in area directly related to child development.

•    Minimum 3 years professional experience in field of early intervention.

•    Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of early intervention, family centered practice, and the community living sector.

•    Superior written/oral communication, coordination, counselling, and teaching skills.

•    Preference will be given to those with a Post-Secondary Diploma in Infant Development from UBC.

•    Flexible schedule to meet the need of the families.

•   Understanding of and use of a Database (CRM)

Standard requirements of the Infant Development Consultant include:

•    Criminal Record Clearance

•    Medical Clearance

•    Clean Driver’s Abstract

•    Valid Class 5 & vehicle required

•    Valid First Aid/CPR

•    Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification

•    Demonstrated competency in English

•    Computer literacy

•    Eligible to work in Canada

WHAT WE OFFER:

•    A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan

•   Employee and Family Assistance Plan

•    Municipal Pension Plan

•    Educational and training opportunities

•    Flexible work schedules

*This position requires Union membership.

For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.