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Specialist, Early Years & Child Care Services
Human Services - Early Years & Child Care Services
Status: 1 Regular Full Time & 1 Contract Full Time - up to 14 months
Salary Range: $94,455 - $118,069 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits, where applicable)
Hiring Range: $94,455 - $106,262 per annum
Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode.
Location: 10 Peel Centre Dr., Brampton, ON
Hours of work: 35 hours per week
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Reporting to the Advisor, Early Years and Child Care Services, the Specialist is responsible for providing program development and implementation support for early years and child care programs and initiatives with a focus on data analysis and performance measurements ensuring system accountabilities are met and outcomes are achieved.
Regular Full Time Position: This Specialist position is intended for candidates with demonstrated experience in planning, implementing and evaluating special needs resourcing/inclusion supports. Working closely with the Advisor, PIRS, the Specialist will lead the planning and oversight of professional learning for inclusion support agency staff, implementation and analysis of an equitable access approach in licensed child care, and a review of screening tools used by resource consultants. The specialist will be responsible for investigating complaints, following up on parent, community partner or program feedback and responding to escalated issues. This position requires someone with strong facilitation, communication and conflict resolution skills along with the ability to be empathetic to experiences and perspectives. Candidates should have demonstrated system thinking skills with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement including guideline development, process improvements and service delivery standards to support consistent practice.
Contract Full Time-Up to 14 months: This Specialist position is intended for candidates with demonstrated experience in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, who are motivated to lead DEI work at a divisional level. Working closely with the Advisor, System Access and Inclusion, the Specialist will lead divisional DEI priorities including the implementation of Peel’s early years and child care DEI framework. The position will work with internal and external partners to embed DEI principles across planning, accountability, communications, and service delivery. Candidates with strong facilitation skills who are comfortable navigating accountability structures such as KPIs, reporting and guidelines, and bring a practical, action-oriented DEI lens are encouraged to apply.
What you will do in this role:
Develops, implements and evaluates new and existing EYCC program policies/processes, initiatives and accountability mechanisms to support evolving provincial and local direction, and enhanced service manager accountabilities/responsibilities
Conducts EYCC program research, analysis and evaluations to inform evidence-based policy development and decision-making, and ensure accountability for funds
Gathers and analyzes program outcomes and associated performance measures, as well as information, trends, issues, gaps and statistics for planning and reporting purposes. This includes the preparation of accountability mechanisms and outcome measures, complex and specialized documentation, reports and statistical analysis
Collaborates with both internal and external partners to support transformation within the early years and child care system
Develops and maintains cooperative, collaborative and strategic relationships with internal and external partners
Assists in the development of strategic outcomes, policy objectives, and accountability measures for all funding programs under EYCC Funding and supports the ongoing integration of EYCC funds into technology systems
Assists in the preparation of plans that anticipate and respond to evolving provincial direction, and to Council, corporate and community priorities
Provides subject matter expertise on projects with internal and external partners, participate on working groups/committees and liaise with other service managers, community and provincial partners as required
Develops and/or contributes to Council Reports, and internal/community partner reports, communications, briefing notes, program guidelines and service provider resources to support system partners in implementing system transformation and delivering on shared priorities and outcomes
Develops and/or contributes to responses to proposed EYCC legislative, regulatory, guideline, and/or policy changes as well as recommendations and analysis of local policy development in consultation with internal and external partners
Supports the service delivery requirements and complies with regulatory requirements as identified but not limited to the following acts; the Child Care and Early Years Act, the Early Childhood Educators Act, the Education Act, Child and Family Services Act, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ministry of Community and Social Services Act
Develops communication materials for project and program roll-outs as well as regularly measures and monitors status
What the role requires:
University Degree in human services or related field, such as social sciences, business/public administration, and early years and child care, with at least 5 years job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong foundation in research, data analysis, program planning and public policy development with relevant experience in program design, implementation and evaluation, and strategic and project planning
Knowledge of Project Management Principles and Practices, with the ability to execute complex and multi-year policies and plans
Knowledge of performance measurement to ensure evaluation and continuous improvement is built into the implementation framework
Experience directly applying quality control and assurance best practices such as Six Sigma, LEAN, SWOT analysis, process mapping and process re-engineering would be an asset
Knowledge of Early Years and Child Care funding programs, as well as related provincial legislation and policies would be an asset
Experience in applying change management principles and methodologies and the ability to lead as well as manage and support change
Knowledge of technology and software systems used to support the delivery of Human Services programs and services such as all Microsoft Office programs
Demonstrated experience working in partnership with community partners
Strong knowledge of community resources/services available to residents of Peel Region
A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted)
Skills/Abilities
Highly developed communication skills, both oral and written; proven ability to present to and facilitate discussions with various audiences both internal and external
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/stakeholders
Demonstrates sound judgment and political acuity in communications and recommendations
Ability to lead, manage, influence and motivate internal and external stakeholders and teams
Ability to work independently and as part of internal and external teams
Proven ability to problem solve and resolve conflict responding with tact and diplomacy
Ability to manage time and priorities within a context of multiple competing priorities
Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:
Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan (effective start date)
Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum
3 Paid personal days and floating holidays (non-union)
Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing (non-union)
Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance (non-union/ where applicable)
Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources
In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.
It is important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we’re compliant with all regulations and policies.
We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available.
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Job Info:
Company: Region of Peel
Position: Specialist, Early Years and Child Care Services
Work Location: Caledon
Country: CA
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