The Early Childhood Interventionist, as part of an integrated team, will provide early intervention supports to preschool children experiencing developmental delays. This support is strength based and child-centered and family directed in order to maximize success. The intervention can take place in multiple locations based on the child’s needs and is family directed.

• Support child, through an individualized plan, to develop skills in areas of delay.
• To create positive and strength based opportunities for skill development in a family-directed, culturally sensitive manner
• Establish and maintain good communication and professional relationships with family that are family directed, value based and culturally appropriate,
• Participate in professional education and development to enhance knowledge
• Encourage the development of natural relationships with peers,
• Model appropriate interactions with all children,
• Work as part of a larger integrated team of professionals,
• Develop , implement, collect data and complete reporting as to the progress in areas of development,
• Be punctual and consistent at early intervention sessions,
• Fully immersed in play and activities including; walking, play, lifting, bending, running etc. As well as comfortable supporting with dignity and respect; personal hygiene/ health needs and anxiety, sensory  and related issues .

• Post- secondary education in Early Childhood Education/ Education/Disabilities Studies preferred.
• Preferred knowledge of child development and early intervention strategies
• Understanding of Individual child centered planning
• Current First Aid and CPR certification,
• Two years’ experience working with children with disabilities in an early childhood setting;
• Non- violent physical crisis intervention or Safe Management certification (willing to train)
• Ability to obtain a Vulnerable Criminal Records Check,
• Ability to work well as both; part of an integrated team and independently
• Responsible and respectful with adherence to a strict code of confidentiality and conduct
• Administrative requirements to include a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to keep accurate and concise case notes