Child Care Consultant

• A certificate in Early Childhood Education (ECE) as a minimum.   

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years working in the field of early childhood education.
• At least one year experience working in a team setting.

Key Responsibilities:

The Childcare Consultant with the Child Care Resource and Referral Program (CCRR) will support childcare providers, families and the community in enhancing the availability and accessibility of inclusive childcare options.  The Consultant provides support to childcare providers through referrals, workshops, training, networking, consultation, facility visits, and access to the resource library.  The Consultant provides support to parents and guardians through childcare referrals, information on selecting a quality childcare environment that will best suit their needs, and assistance with applying for the Affordable Child Care Benefit. 

• Knowledge and understanding of multiple childcare options.
• Well-developed computer skills; able to use Microsoft O365, including Outlook, Teams, Excel.
• Well-developed knowledge of the state and complexity of child care in Abbotsford and British Columbia.
• Knowledge of community resources and organizations available for families within the Abbotsford area.

• Well-developed written, verbal, and active listening skills; able to communicate effectively and respectfully with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and varying levels of English.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work occasional Saturdays and evenings.
• Ability to have direct, in-person contact with on-site staff and clients; adherence to health and safety protocols is required.

• Ability to interact with people in challenging situations.

Salary & Benefits:

• Wage: $29.96 per hour
• A full-time position at 35 hours per week, availability Mondays to Fridays, with the occasional Saturdays and evenings, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. 
• Permanent
• Benefits include:
  • Three weeks’ pro-rated vacation.
  • A great benefits plan including extended health, and dental, you choose your plan.
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes online access to wellness resources.
  • Great in-house training opportunities.
  • Rewarding work in a positive environment.
  • A pension plan: Archway meets your contribution.