Infant Development Consultant | Permanent Full Time - #2238

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA); Richmond; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health benefits

Employee Assistance Plan

Municipal Pension Plan

Educational and training opportunities

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Developmental Disabilities Association invites applications for an Infant Development Program Consultant. The role delivers home-based support to infants from birth to three years, partnering with families to promote development and meaningful participation.

The successful candidate will hold a related university degree, have experience in early intervention, and demonstrate strong communication, coordination, and teaching skills. A flexible schedule and CRM familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• University Degree in area directly related to child development.
• Minimum 3 years professional experience in early intervention.
• Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of early intervention, family centered practice, and community living sector.
• Superior written/oral communication, coordination, counselling, and teaching skills.
• Preference for Post-Secondary Diploma in Infant Development from UBC.
• Flexible schedule to meet families' needs.
• Understanding of and use of a CRM database

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based services to infants birth to three years with developmental delays or risk of delays.
• Assist families to optimize their child’s development and participation in activities.
• Collaborate with the broader support team and caregivers to implement strategies.

Skills

Written communication

Coordination

Counselling

Teaching

Flexible schedule

Education

University degree in child development

Post-secondary diploma in Infant Development (UBC preferred)

Tools

CRM database

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Job description

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 Program (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 | #2238

SERVICE AREA: Early Years

LOCATION: Vancouver, BC

START DATE: October 01, 2026

TERM/STATUS: Permanent FullTime

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

HOURLY WAGE: $44.06 - $50.08 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 support meaningful 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
• Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License & 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.