Special Needs Resource Consultant

Program: Early Intervention Supports for Children

Status: Full-Time

Pay Range: $27.80 - 29.01

Location: Owen Sound with regular travel throughout Grey County

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week-8:30 to 4:30 with flexibility to work some evenings.

Perks: Employer paid Health and Dental, RRSP matching, Vacation and Paid Time Off.

Help Create a World Where Every Child Belongs

Are you passionate about early childhood development, inclusion, and helping children reach their full potential? Do you enjoy collaborating with families and educators to create meaningful opportunities for children of all abilities?

At Community Living Owen Sound and District (CLOSD), we are looking for a compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated Special Needs Resource Consultant (SNRC) to join our Early Intervention Supports for Children team.

Reporting to the Manager of Early Intervention Supports for Children, you will provide consultation and support to children from birth to age 12, their families, and licensed childcare programs. Through family-centred, strengths-based, and evidence-informed practices, you will help create inclusive learning environments where every child is welcomed, supported, and encouraged to participate.

You will work collaboratively with families, early childhood educators, childcare supervisors, schools, and community partners to develop individualized support strategies, strengthen inclusive practices, and promote positive developmental outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

· Provide direct consultation and support to children, families, and licensed childcare programs to promote meaningful inclusion and participation.

· Conduct observations and approved developmental screening activities to identify children’s strengths, developmental needs, and opportunities for additional support.

· Collaborate with families, educators, and relevant professionals to develop, implement, monitor, and review individualized support plans.

· Recommend and model practical strategies and adaptations that support communication, sensory regulation, social-emotional development, positive behaviour, and participation in everyday learning activities.

· Provide coaching, guidance, and resources to early childhood educators and childcare teams to strengthen their ability to support children with diverse developmental needs.

· Build positive, respectful relationships with families, recognizing parents and caregivers as essential partners in their child’s development.

· Support children and families through transitions between childcare programs, classrooms, schools, and other community services.

· Collaborate with community partners, including schools,



healthcare professionals, children’s treatment centres, and developmental service providers, to coordinate appropriate supports and referrals.

· Maintain accurate and confidential documentation, including observations, individualized support plans, consultation notes, referrals, and service records.

· Participate in team meetings, professional development, program evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inclusive early learning services.

Work Environment

- Work is performed in a variety of settings, including agency offices, licensed childcare centres, early learning environments, schools, and community locations.
- The regular work schedule is generally Monday to Friday, with occasional early morning or evening hours required to accommodate family meetings, consultations, training, and program needs.
- Regular travel throughout Grey County is required, including visits to rural and community-based childcare programs.
- The position involves working directly with children, families, and educators in active learning environments, as well as independent documentation, planning, and consultation.
- The role requires flexibility, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a professional and supportive approach.

Qualifications

- A diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education from a recognized post-secondary institution, or a recognized equivalent that supports registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
- Current membership in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (RECE).
- A post-diploma Resource Teacher Certificate, Ontario graduate certificate in Early Childhood Education Resource Consulting, or equivalent specialized education is strongly preferred.
- A minimum of two years of experience working in licensed early learning and childcare or a closely related children’s service environment.
- Experience supporting children from birth to age 12 with developmental delays, disabilities, autism, communication differences, sensory needs, social-emotional needs, behavioural challenges, or other diverse developmental needs.
- Strong knowledge of child development, inclusive early learning practices, neurodiversity-affirming approaches,



positive behaviour support, and individualized support planning.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct observations, support developmental screening activities, and translate findings into practical strategies that promote children’s participation and development.
- Experience collaborating with families, early childhood educators, and interdisciplinary community partners.
- Strong consultation, coaching, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to provide guidance and support to educators and families.
- Knowledge of Ontario’s Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, applicable regulations, and the College of Early Childhood Educators Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, documentation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently manage an assigned caseload.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365, electronic documentation systems, and virtual communication platforms.

Additional Requirements

- A current satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain and maintain certification within the required timeframe.
- A valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence, reliable access to a vehicle, and satisfactory automobile insurance for regular work-related travel throughout Grey County.
- Ability to work a flexible weekday schedule, including occasional early morning or evening hours.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound professional judgment, maintain confidentiality, and recognize when additional guidance or support is required.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development, continuous learning, and promoting inclusion and belonging for children and families

Community Living Owen Sound and District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, valuing, and respecting diversity. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in any part of our recruitment or hiring process. We will accommodate the needs of qualified applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act, in all aspects of the hiring process, upon request. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $27.80-$29.01 per hour

Benefits:

- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Education:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Special Needs Resource Consultant (Owen Sound)
🏢 Community Living Owen Sound and District
📍 Owen Sound