Careers
Working For Children First
Children First is an accredited Children’s Mental Health Centre and Infant and Child Development Program specializing in services for families with children from birth to age six who have developmental and/or mental health challenges.
A career with Children First offers an opportunity to join an organization committed to building an accessible, responsive and family centred service for children and families. Successful candidates will join a team of committed professionals in a supportive working environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development.
Children First employees enjoy competitive salaries within the children’s services sector, a comprehensive group benefits plan, mileage reimbursement, an RRSP matching program, a generous vacation allowance, paid sick leave with flexibility to care for dependent children and other relatives and the availability of flexible work arrangements.
Children First has a policy of promoting inclusiveness, diversity and respect for all people. We endeavor to recruit and hire employees that reflect the diversity of the community we serve. We strongly encourage qualified applicants from diverse groups to apply.
Children First is an equal opportunity employer. We accommodate people with disabilities during our recruitment and hiring processes and when people are hired.
All successful applicants for family service positions must hold and maintain as a condition of employment, a valid Ontario Driver’s License and have access to a personal vehicle. A satisfactory criminal reference check is required for all positions.
Professionals We Employ:
Administrative Assistants
Resource Consultants
B.A. in social service or education field and/or community college diploma (ECE, CYC), previous experience working with children from birth to age six with developmental delays and psychosocial challenges. The position’s duties are carried out in the early childhood settings with some time spent in the office.
Social Workers
Psychologists
Occupational Therapists
M.O.T. or equivalent, CAOT Certification, registered or eligible for registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
Speech-Language Pathologists
Masters degree, registered or eligible for registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario.
Child Life Specialist
Successful completion of Child Life Certification exam through the Association of Child Life Professionals and Certified Child Life Specialists Credentials.
Child & Family Consultants
Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education, Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Care, or Bachelor of Social Work (or related health, education, or social service field), with experience working with children from birth to age six in community, caregiver home, and early childhood settings.
Why Children First
Current Openings
Applicant Information
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Children First welcomes resumes from qualified applicants at any time. Please send your resume with a cover letter.
Resumes are kept on file for at least six months and reviewed for any new job postings matching qualifications.
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