Support children and families as a Child and Youth Development Specialist in Tofield, using family-centred care and interdisciplinary collaboration. This regular part time position serves families virtually and in their homes.

As a Child and Youth Development Specialist, you will support children aged 0 to 3½ with developmental delays and disabilities. You will provide assessment, treatment, follow-up, family service planning, and individualized interventions. Collaboration with Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, families, and external agencies is central to the work.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide family-centred support virtually and in families’ homes
- Create, implement, and update individualized family service plans




- Identify goals and help families obtain necessary supports
- Share child development information based on ASQ screening results
- Coach families in routines-based interventions and suitable play activities

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in Child and Youth Care or related field
- Equivalent education and experience may be considered
- Experience working with children and their families preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Driver’s license and vehicle required

Apply family-centred care, developmental knowledge, and teamwork skills while supporting families across Beaver and Lamont counties.

📌 Child Development Specialist Tofield
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Tofield