Infant Development Consultant

Infant Development Consultant – Job Posting # 2026-040

Location: Based in Vanderhoof, BC and serving Vanderhoof, Fort St James and Fraser Lake, BC

Hours of Work: 37.5 hr/wk, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30pm; unless otherwise required by programming or client service delivery.

Vacancies: 1 Position Available

Posting Date: October 15, 2026

Closing Date: Until Filled

Salary: $41.04 – $50.08/hour as per CSSEA & CSSBA Collective Agreement (Grid Level 14-P-IDC)

Job Summary

Through evidence-based interventions, consultations, and education, the Infant Development Program (IDP) is designed to assist families to encourage their child’s development. IDP is a family-centered, home based, program that serves children from birth to three years of age.

The Infant Development Consultant will provide services for infants with, or at risk for developmental delay and will work with their families to optimize their child’s development. The Consultant will work using a family-centered model while promoting inclusion and participation in community-based activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to child development
• At least 2 years’ recent related experience is required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Knowledge of relevant socio-historical events relevant to Indigenous culture.
• Must be sensitive to and respectful of cultural differences, differences in socio-economic status and lifestyle diversity. Must be non-judgmental.
• Use of computer, various operating systems, and applications (MS Office Suite)
• Demonstrated ability to teach skills and work effectively with others.
• Ability to work effectively with other professionals in the agency and in the community
• Knowledge of group process and facilitation techniques.

Required:

• Valid class 5 driver’s license & satisfactory drivers abstract
• Criminal Record Check clearance
• This position requires union membership

Our Commitment to You:

We make significant investments in our people, which is why we take great care to hire those who we believe will thrive at Connexus. As a Connexus Team member, you can expect to be treated with dignity and respect, to be challenged with your work, and to have the autonomy necessary to excel.

• Benefits: Extended Health, Dental, Pension Plan, Paid Sick Days, LTD, Vacation 3 weeks + more
• Interesting and relevant training and development opportunities

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41.04-$50.08 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vanderhoof, BC: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you a Canadian citizen, a permaent resident or legally entitled to work in Canada? Please specfy.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• infant development: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person