• Other

• Part Time
• Permanent

Bilingual Infant Development Worker 0.6 FTE, Pembroke

INFANT DEVELOPMENT WORKER

Department: Developmental Services

Accountability: Supervisor

Location: Pembroke

Family & Children’s Services of Renfrew County is a multi-service agency committed to providing preventative, protective and socially inclusive services and programming that empower and strengthen everyone. We are focused on cultivating a team-oriented work environment where everyone thrives. Our goal is to develop and strengthen collaborative partnerships to increase availability, accessibility and quality of care to our communities.

Our agency commitments include: moving forward Anti-Oppressive Practice, French Language Services and working alongside Indigenous Communities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This unionized position is with the Infant Development Program at Family and Children’s Services of Renfrew County. The program is a voluntary, home-based early intervention service for children from birth to age five who are at risk of developmental delays. Infant Development Workers support families by providing developmental information, play-based interventions, and guidance on community services, special needs, and available resources.

DUTIES PERFORMED ON A REGULAR BASIS:

• Conduct home visits to assess and support all areas of child development, including gross/fine motor, social-emotional, cognitive, communication, and self-help skills.

• Identify, screen, and assess infants and children at risk for developmental delays (birth to age 5), based on Ministry-defined risk categories (Established, Biological, and/or Psychosocial).

• Develop individualized Family Service Plans in collaboration with families, reflecting their priorities and the child’s strengths and needs using evidence-based practices.

• Implement a family-centered approach to:

o Educate caregivers about typical and atypical development and relevant diagnoses.

o Support developmental growth through routine-based intervention.

o Facilitate transitions to preschool, school, and other services.

o Coordinate care with other professionals and service providers.

o Advocate for the child’s needs while respecting family diversity and values.

• Deliver community education and outreach through presentations, events, and partnerships.

• Remain informed of current research and best practices in early intervention and child development.

• Maintain accurate and confidential records and documentation in accordance with agency and legislative requirements.

• Utilize computer-based tools for data entry, documentation, reporting, and communication.

• Complete administrative duties such as payroll, mileage, and purchase order submissions.

• Report and document serious occurrences and critical incidents in accordance with agency and Ministry requirements.

• Maintain clear, accurate, and confidential records (e.g., case notes) and produce written/verbal reports as required, in compliance with legislation and agency policies

• Adhere to all FCSRC policies and procedures, Ministry Regulations, Standards, Directives and relevant legislation.

• Responsible for the completion of other related tasks as assigned.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

• Apply current knowledge of child development (birth to 5 years), including identification of developmental milestones and delays.

• Complete timely intakes, assessments, and developmental screenings to determine eligibility and plan services.

• Develop and maintain accurate documentation, including Family Service Plans and progress notes, in compliance with Ministry and agency standards.

• Schedule and conduct home visits efficiently, considering family needs and travel logistics.

• Foster respectful, culturally sensitive relationships with families and community partners.

• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional ethics at all times.

• Participate in staff orientation, supervision, team meetings, and training sessions.

• Demonstrate proficiency in using technology for administrative and clinical documentation.

• Engage in continuous professional development to meet evolving program and client needs.

• Complete all required administrative functions, such as expense claims and time reporting.

• Follow established procedures for reporting serious occurrences and incidents.

• Consistently comply with organizational and program-specific policies and guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Two-year community college diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Sciences, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience. A minimum of 6 months of work experience in a related field is required.

• Strong understanding of developmental milestones and early childhood intervention strategies.

• Experience working with children with special needs and supporting families in a family-centered model.

• Ability to apply evidence-informed practices to support developmental progress and family engagement.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic diversity.

• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and implement evidence-based research into practice

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse service and staff population, and a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusivity in practice.

• Bilingualism in English and French is required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position involves a combination of office-based work and in person service delivery.

• Regular travel within the county is required and travel outside the county may also be required on a regular or as-needed basis; access to a reliable vehicle is necessary.

• The role requires periods of light physical activity. This includes constant sitting, standing or walking, regular handling of lightweight objects (10lbs. weight) or constant visual attention to detail.

SALARY: $63,814 – $72,476