Job Description

Full-time Permanent Unionized

Andrew Fleck Children's Services is looking to hire a Resource Consultant Team Leader to work in our Children's Inclusion Support Services (CISS) program. In this role you will work closely with licensed community child care programs and families in meeting the needs of including children with special needs. You will advise and consult with child care program staff, families and the staff of community agencies to develop appropriate team service plans. You will provide formal and informal training to facilitate the inclusion of children with special needs in licensed child care settings.

Available from: December 1st, 2025

Salary: $36.06 to $42.66 per hour (Annual- $70,317 to $83,187)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: 700 Industrial Avenue, Ottawa, ON

Closing date: October 24th, 2025

What Andrew Fleck Children's Services offers...

Competitive salary above market rate Comprehensive benefits package including 4 weeks of vacation, Health and Dental plan, Employer matching RRSP program at 6% of salary 18 days of sick leave per year and 9 days of special leave, including 2 personal days A unique culture that fosters leadership, responsiveness, communication, and teamwork A place where your opinions will be respected, and your contributions valued A chance to grow - personally and professionally - through our comprehensive orientation program, on the job learning, and in-house and external training A strong commitment to equity and diversity in the workplace and community
In this role you will...

Monitors program effectiveness; supervises and mentors inclusion team; oversees the development of Team Service Plans; Coordinates, identifies needs and oversees the delivery of training programs for the geographic area; nurtures and develops collaborative partnerships in the community. Maintains the Resource Consultant role for a reduced caseload to support the optimum development and inclusion of children with special needs in licensed early learning & child care settings by advising, working closely and consulting with early learning & child care program staff, the children's families, and develop appropriate team service plans. Support the inclusion of children with special needs by observing, consulting, training and developing effective behaviour guidance strategies to be implement in licensed child care programs. Advocate on behalf of children with special needs in the community Develop and provide training to staff, parents, and others through workshops and in-services Create resource material to be available to programs Identify needs for public education and provide input to educational programs
To qualify for this role you have...

RECE, Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Equivalent plus the addition of a specialized diploma/certificate (Behavioural Science Diploma, Resource Teacher Certificate, Early Interventionist Certificate, or equivalent) Five years experience working with children and families or experience in a related consultant position. Demonstrated experience and knowledge working with behaviour strategies in an early learning environment. Three years experience working with children with special needs Strong knowledge and understanding of licensed child care programs Fluently Bilingual in French & English Clear Police Record Check (Vulnerable sector) completed in the last 6 months Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification (an asset) Strong organizational, time management, group presentation and facilitation skills Ability to deal with competing priorities Demonstrated sensitivity in supporting families Demonstrated leadership ability Excellent advocacy skills Proven ability to work independently and also as member of a multi-disciplinary team Sensitivity and respect for families and cultural differences Commitment to on-going up-grading of knowledge and skills Ability to work flexible hours as required A current driver's license and use of a car essential Excellent Microsoft Office knowledge
We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Should the applicant require any accommodations during the application process please notify Human Resources.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,317.00-$83,187.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program
Education:

DCS / DEC (required)
Experience:

working with children and families or as a consultant: 5 years (required) working with children with special needs: 3 years (required)
Language:

French and English (required)
Licence/Certification:

drivers license and a car (required)
Work Location: In person