Child Development Worker

3 weeks ago


Brantford, Canada Child and Family Services of Grand Erie Full time

**OPPORTUNITY**
(External - Union)

**DATE OF POSTING**:June 22, 2023**

**POSITION: Child Development Worker**

**TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time Contract (up until May 2025), unionized**

**POSTING NUMBER: 2023 - 18**

**START DATE: August 2023**

**HOME LOCATION: Brantford (travel within the agency’s jurisdiction may be required)**

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED**:

- Diploma in **Early Childhood Education and must be a registered ECE**:

- A minimum of two years' experience in a preschool or day care setting

**RESPONSIBLE TO**:Manager - Child Development Unit

**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**

Under Supervision of Unit Manager:

- Plan and deliver child and family centred Early Years 0-6 Program at identified sites in Brantford/Brant County, within the framework of “How Does Learning Happen” pedagogy that contribute to the children’s learning development and well-being with the assistance/collaboration of other program staff, volunteers, students, parents and caregivers.
- Monitor and keep records on progress of individual children; prepare reports when required
- Work collaboratively with other agency staff, community professionals and parents to develop, coordinate and deliver quality programs in a cohesive manner
- Ensure rooms and equipment are maintained properly and in compliance with safety and health standards
- Collaborate with community teams and service providers to offer programs in resource centres that are inclusive
- Monitor and maintain records on progress of parent in achieving their parent
- training goals, during parent-child interaction time
- Provide feedback to parents on their child's progress and needs, as necessary
- Maintain functional knowledge of CYFSA
- Maintain statistics, as required
- Other duties as assigned.

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED**
- Demonstrated competence as a teacher in an early childhood setting; working effectively with children and families in a planned process-oriented, goal-directed method
- Understanding of impact of poverty on family functioning.
- Ability to work co-operatively and negotiate effectively within a team setting, the program, the agency and outside resources
- Knowledge of community resources including ability to make appropriate referrals
- Knowledge of child development and behaviour management
- Knowledge of attachment, separation and loss issues
- Understanding of the impact of poverty on families
- Knowledge of human behaviour and motivation
- Demonstrated skill in conducting programs for the individual and the group
- Demonstrated ability to reinforce positive parenting practices
- Committed to AOP values of justice, equity, respect of the beliefs and traditions of others
- Knowledge of anti-black racism
- Knowledge of the impact of residential school and colonization
- Committed to community based philosophy
- Understanding of Indigenous practices and impact of colonization
- Committed to including the voice of children/youth and families as part of our service planning and delivery

**ANNUAL SALARY RANGE **In accordance with the Collective Agreement $23.47
- $30.80 / Hour
- Consent for Police - Vulnerable Records Check
- Results must be satisfactory to the employer.
- Consent for Child Welfare check - Results must be satisfactory to the employer.
- Must have a valid Ontario “G” class driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
- Child and Family Services of Grand Erie is committed to working from an Anti-_
- Oppressive and Equity practice and is dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve._
- identify in their cover letter._
- We are committed to creating an accessible environment for all. Please let us know if you have any accommodation needs._
- We thank all applicants; however only those considered for interviews will be contacted._

**APPLICATION PROCESS**:Please submit resume and cover letter electronically at:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 20 months

**Salary**: $23.47-$30.80 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- preschool or day care setting: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- ECE Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-07-06



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