Job Details
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Starting Wage: $34.32/hour
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Work Hours: 37.5
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Location:
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Region: Halton/Peel
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Employment Type: Permanent Full time
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Start Date:
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Vacancies: 1
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Job Posting closing date:
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This job posting is for an existing vacancy and reflects a current opening within the agency.
At Today’s Family, we believe in the power of strong partnerships to help children and families thrive. We’re a not-for-profit organization serving over 7,500 children and families across Hamilton, Halton, Haldimand-Norfolk, Oxford County and Peel Region.
Our mission is to ensure every child experiences the joy of learning through play. We value Caring, Collaboration, Accountability, Innovation, and Inclusion, and we’re committed to delivering high-quality programs that evolve to meet the needs of our growing communities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for positively promoting the Agency’s goals, guiding principles, philosophy and mission statement.
- Responsible for intake visits with parents and Children in a safe environment convenient for families.
- Responsible for determining the suitability of potential Licensed Home Child Care Providers.
- Responsible for referral of parents and children to the most suitable Licensed Home Child Care Provider home.
- Responsible for regular unscheduled visits as determined by the Agency to each Licensed Home Child Care Provider home, to provide resources and support for Licensed Home Child Care Providers on their caseload.
- Responsible for supporting individual Licensed Home Child Care Provider professional development needs.
- Responsible for accurate records and written reports for each parent, Licensed Home Child Care Provider and child on their caseload.
- Responsible for the awareness and development needs of each Child on their caseload and to make appropriate referrals as required.
- Responsible for the enforcement of the standards and guidelines of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), in each Early Learning and Child Care home on their caseload.
- Engage and actively participate in Performance and Development process.
- Responsible for overseeing and assisting with family billing, adjustments, Licensed Home Child Care Provider invoices and payment.
- Meets with the Home Child Care Services Manager on a bi-monthly basis to update caseload statistical information, and to review the employee’s development plan.
- Responsible for additional duties assigned by the Home Child Care Services Manager or Associate Director of Programs.
Licenses & Certifications Required
- Two years of experience in a leadership role in a child care setting
- One to three years of experience in the child care profession
- Registration with the college or Early Childhood Educators (required)
- Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C Certification (WSIB Approved)
- Vulnerable Sector Police Check (Done within the last 6 Months)
- Valid Driver’s License and access to your own vehicle
You bring the following qualifications
- Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act.
- Knowledge and understanding of the emergent curriculum approach.
- Knowledge and understanding of compliance regulations and appropriate legislation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of caring, collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
- High level of attention to confidentiality.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft software, including Word, Excel, etc.
- Willing to participate in ongoing learning.
- Record of up-to-date Immunizations (TB Test, Tetanus, Polio, MMR)
Why Join Today’s Family?
- Growth & Learning: Work across diverse programs and expand your expertise.
- Flexible Hours: Reliable schedules with opportunities for professional growth.
- Career Development: Access mentorship, apprenticeship pathways, and chances to share your ideas.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, wellness resources, and retirement savings (for permanent staff 25+ hours/week).
- Inclusive Culture: Bring your unique skills, languages, and perspectives - we value what makes you, you.
At Today’s Family, we celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to accommodating any needs during the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]
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