Developmental Consultant

Position Details

• Department: Social & Community Services
• Division: Children's Services
• Job Type: Temporary > 1 year
• Contract Duration: Up to 12 months
• Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
• Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville
• Employee Group: OCT
• Posting Date: August 31, 2026
• Application Deadline: September 7, 2026
• Work Arrangement: Eligible for Hybrid Work Program, minimum 3 days per week onsite

Job Summary

This position provides direct developmental intervention and support services to families of infants and children at risk for or with established developmental delays to optimize the development of infants and children receiving service. Working in a coaching model, the Developmental Consultant supports parents and/or caregivers with their infant or child’s needs, supporting routines in their natural setting, play, communication and service coordination.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Consult with and coach parents and/or caregivers regarding their infant’s or child's growth and development.
• Act as service coordinator to assigned families, assisting the family in identifying and coordinating client services, focusing on family centered practice.
• Administer and interpret appropriate screens and assessments.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation including electronic files, reports, intervention tracking.
• Develop, implement, and monitor, in partnership with parents and/or caregivers and other professionals, an Individual Family Service Plan.
• Participate as an active member of a multidisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Resource Consultants and Behaviour Consultants.
• Represent the Infant and Child Development Service in the community, facilitating community in-services, education seminars, parent groups and committee work.
• Maintain professional knowledge and skills embedded in evidence-based practices.
• Demonstrate effective time management skills in balancing direct and indirect work with families.
• Maintain databases related to service delivery and administration requirements.
• Facilitate groups/workshops, as required.
• Partner with external agencies in initiatives that enhance availability and accessibility of services for families.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including administrative duties related to Children's Services.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• University degree in Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or Child and Family Studies.
• Minimum of three years’ experience working with children, from birth to five years of age, with special needs or at risk of developmental delay, and their families.
• Facilitation, coaching, consulting and service coordination skills with families, care providers and other professionals in the field using evidence-based practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively with community service systems and resources.
• Experience with a variety of developmental screens and assessments and knowledge of early years mental health.
• Working knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred

• Sound knowledge of family-centered and strength-based practices, effective time management skills and a strong understanding of confidentiality, boundaries and ethical decision making are essential.
• Prior experience in an early intervention program.
• Fluency in French or a second language other than English.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• Travel will be required; the incumbent must provide their own transportation.
• The position requires flexibility in working hours to support operational requirements and community engagement activities, which may include evening appointments or meetings.
• The role is community‑based and requires the incumbent to spend a minimum of three (3) days per week in the community, with in‑person attendance at the Halton Regional Centre for meetings on additional days, as required.

Employment Conditions

The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on condition that the Regional Municipality of Halton receives a current (obtained within the required timeframe) criminal reference check and any other required clearances in accordance with Regional policies and procedures.

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.