Program Consultant, PFT - Jobs in Brockville, ON

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DescriptionTHE UNITED COUNTIES OF LEEDS AND GRENVILLECommunity and Social Servicesinvites applications for the position of:PROGRAM CONSULTANTChildren’s ServicesPermanent Full-TimeStart Date: ASAPLocation: Leeds and GrenvilleSalary (2021 Grid): $30.32 - $36.11Please note: This position is part of the OPSEU Local 494 bargaining unit.Position Summary:Reporting directly to the Manager, Children’s Services, and indirectly to the Director, Community and Social Services, the Program Consultant will be responsible for supporting staff working in licensed child care programs, EarlyON Child and Family Centres and Special Needs Resourcing, on matters of quality in the Child Care and Early Years System.This position will help identify system needs that may be addressed through training, resources and educationQualifications:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education is required; preference will be given to Registered ECE in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Three years’ experience working in the children’s services sector with families and/or caregivers and children;
• Thorough knowledge of programming and curriculum development for young children, adult education principles and family support/resource;
• Knowledge of principles and practices of quality assurance and measures including application and implementation of How Does Learning Happen Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years;
• Demonstrated experience working in licensed child care as well as knowledge/understanding of the licensed child care system;
• Proven skill in community development and working in collaboration with others;
• Demonstrated consultative skills demanding detailed program knowledge and expertise, creativity and ingenuity
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, effective problem solving and facilitation skills;
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, project management and communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to meet competing demands and determine priorities;
• Ability to work independently and within a team-delivered organizational model;
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office technologies including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to the needs of participants and stakeholders of the licensed child care and early years system;
• Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends depending upon the needs of the community;
• Must be willing to travel to locations within the geographic area of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville;
• Possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform the responsibilities of the position within the legislative and regulatory standards set out in the applicable Provincial and Municipal Acts. Perform the responsibilities of the position consistent with the operational policies of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.

• Develop and implement training and educational opportunities for professionals, including the facilitation of training sessions that will support them in their role in the child care and early year’s system.

• Provide support to child care and early years system professionals in the implementation of the principles of How Does Learning Happen Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years and any other quality standards or initiatives introduced by the Ministry of Education and/or the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.

• Support program quality improvement efforts through regular site visits and discussions with staff.

• Identify system strengths, make recommendations on how to improve quality, and support programs to implement recommendations.

• Ensure ongoing work with the child care and early year’s system staff, sector stakeholders and fellow staff is conducted in a manner that is respectful, empowering and demonstrates a strong customer service philosophy.

• Maintain knowledge of new resources and best practices as relates to assessing and measuring quality in the child care and early years system. Maintain knowledge of information pertinent to the field of early child development, early learning and family support.

• Support child care programs in their retention and recruitment efforts by participating in promotion activities at local job fairs and community colleges as needed.

• Act as a resource to child care and early years programs on matters of program quality, including but not limited to the day-to-day provision of quality programming and care, early child development, and How Does Learning Happen Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years.

• Recommend program and policy change to improve the child care and early year’s system management.

• Participate in committees, working groups and team meetings as required and approved by Manager, Children’s Services.

• Maintain a high level of computer proficiency for Microsoft Office.

• Prepare reports, communication materials, and accurate statistics as requested and required.

• Maintain a high level of respect of confidentiality for the organization, as per the Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act (FIPPA).

• Protect own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices (report unsafe conditions immediately); attend all relevant in-services regarding Occupational Health and Safety and follow guidelines for employees and employers, as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.

• Perform duties as required in the event of a declared peacetime State of Emergency as per the Emergency Plan of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.

• Other related assigned duties, as requested and required.

The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be considered as all-inclusive.Applications should be marked “Competition #CSS-21-225 (Program Consultant, PFT)” and submitted online through an applicant profile by 4:00 p.m. on/before Monday, December 27, 2021 to: https://careers.leedsgrenville.com.Applicant information is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA),and will be used only for candidate selection.The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville is committed to providing a recruitment and selection process that is both inclusive and free from barriers. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request, and will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.Applicants are required, in advance to make an accommodation request known to Human Resources by contacting the department at 1-800-770-2170 extension 2308 or The Bell Relay Service. Human Resources will strive to provide reasonable and appropriate accommodation for all applicants, during the recruitment and selection process, which will ensure the process, is conducted in a fair and equitable manner.Education College Diploma Experience 3 yearsQuick Apply

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