Posting ID: 5541
Department: Social & Community Services
Division: Children's Services
Pay Range: $87,866 - $109,823
Job Type: Contract > 1 Year
Contract Duration: up to October 2027
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville
Employee Group: OCT
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Posting Date: October 22, 2026
Application Deadline: October 28, 2026
Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of the same position within the next 18 months. If this position becomes eligible to be filled permanently, the successful candidate from this competition may be appointed to the role.If you're enthusiastic about the opportunity to work with Halton Region but don't meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply! This position may be eligible for an underfill opportunity for candidates who do not meet every qualification. We're always on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our team! Job SummaryReporting to the Supervisor of Inclusion Services and Family and Community Behavioural Services the Resource Consultant collaborates with families and child care settings enrolled in the Canda Wide Early Learning and Child Care Plan to provide educators with interventions that support quality inclusion.
Duties & Responsibilities- Provide service using a tiered model of service delivery to support capacity building with Early Childhood Educators in licensed early childhood programs in the support of inclusion.
- Facilitate meetings with parents, caregivers, educators and other professionals to explore their concerns, strengths, skills and abilities and to develop a family centre plan using a collaborative approach.
- Administer and interpret appropriate screens and assessments.
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation.
- Participate as an active member of a multidisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Resource Consultants, Developmental Consultants and Behaviour Consultants.
- Maintain professional knowledge and skills embedded in evidence-based practices.
- Engage in reflective practice.
- Participate on community committees.
- Facilitate groups and workshops with families and educators.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including administrative duties related to Children's Services.
Skills & Qualifications- Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education from a recognized community college/university or equivalent and must be registered by the College of Early Childhood Educators.
- Resource Teacher/Consultant certification.
- Minimum of three (3) years experience in an inclusive child care setting.
- Experience working with children at risk for or with developmental delays across the age span of birth to 12 years.
- Fluency with the Ministry of Education How Does Learning Happen and The Child Care and Early Years Act .
- Experience implementing and interpreting developmental screens and assessments.
- Able to engage in Reflective Practice and work collaboratively with community services.
- Demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, group facilitation and consultation.
- Knowledge of family-centered, and strength-based practice.
- Experience in building parent and educator capacity through a coaching approach.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team, and to be flexible and responsive to shifting service demands.
- Proven understanding of confidentiality, boundaries, and ethical decision-making.
- Skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Fluency in French or a second language other than English is an asset.
Working/ Employment ConditionsWorking Conditions- Travel will be required between locations within Halton Region. Must supply 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- A valid driver's license.
- The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on condition that the Regional Municipality of Halton receives a current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check by the first day of employment.
Important information about your application:- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at [redacted] extension 7700.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
- If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.
