Infant & Children Development Worker

Position Summary:
Wasauksing First Nation is accepting applications for the Child Well-being Services, Infant & Child Development Worker. The Infant Child Development Worker provides a family-centered psycho-social approach to intervention services for infants and children 0 to 6 years of age who are delayed or “at risk” of developmental delay by providing in-home, developmental assessments, treatment plans, programming, support, referral and educational resources to the parents or primary caregiver of the infant/child in accordance with the program guidelines. The Infant Child Development Worker will assist in the implementation of integrated service delivery from the point of intake to discharge for all assigned infants/children and families receiving services.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assessing infant/child development or behavior or attachment.
Assess relationships between children and their caregiver(s) and strategize to develop a rapport and engage “difficult-to-reach families.
Recognizing “high-risk” parenting in families with violence issues, parental mental health issues, developmental disabilities, substance abuse and teen pregnancy and provide intervention strategies.
Encouraging and supporting parents/caregivers in making decisions regarding their infant/child.
Develop an individual family plan with the parent(s)/caregiver(s) and other relevant service providers, including goals, interventions, and a time frame.
Coordinating and facilitating standardized parenting programs following service policies and procedures.
A flexible approach to supporting children and families, being organized, and understanding the available resources and community programs.
A high level of understanding regarding child development and the impact of disability and delay on growth and development.
The ability to support families in addressing those issues within a family-centered model.
Experience working with infants and children with developmental delays within a consulting home visiting model.
Demonstrated practical experience in exercising independent judgment and initiative consistency and respect.
Developing parents’/caregivers’ skills in managing behaviour and developing household routines and management skills through sessions in-home and in parenting groups.
Establishing and maintaining formal and informal linkages with other agencies and service providers.
Providing emotional support to the family with empathy, concern,
Advocating for and assisting families/caregivers in accessing other community resources to support the family’s functioning and reducing stress on the family
Collaborating with the Community Health Program to ensure a complete screening for health issues, early diagnosis of disabilities, and monitoring required medications.
Ensuring effective service coordination, timely documentation, and written reports per the standards and procedures.
Completing and submitting monthly statistics, correspondence, and reports.
Prepare and submit other statistical reports as required.
Ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and safekeeping of agency records.
Participating constructively in the supervision process with the immediate supervisor.
Adheres to all policies and procedures of Wasauksing First Nation and any other relevant policies and procedures from external agencies and partners
Education & Experience:
A degree in a field related to child development or the equivalent, an asset.
Experience working with First Nation children 0-6 years with developmental delays within a family context, an asset.
Knowledge of and commitment to the principles and practices of family-centred practice, an asset.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Promotes and supports traditional Wasauksing First Nation cultural teachings and practices for families, community, and staff.
First Aid, an asset
Other Requirements:
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in computer applications, especially Microsoft Office
Valid driving license and updated insurance policy.
Access to reliable transport.
Valid Driver's License and reliable personal vehicle
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends
Available for on-call after hours and during weekends as required
Ability to travel is required, and to travel with minimal notice
This position requires the individual to provide a vulnerable sector check
Applications must be received no later than October 30, 2026 @ 4:00 pm

Employment type
Part-Time

Work arrangement
No