Team Leader, Early Intervention

What You’ll Do

• Facilitate early intervention services within the Shewaynewas Family Program.
• Provide leadership to a well‑motivated, competent multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure families receive high‑quality services and uphold professional standards.
• Develop individualized family care plans grounded in Squamish cultural teachings.
• Coordinate access to early intervention therapies, assessments, and community services.
• Facilitate referrals to government programs and developmental supports.
• Build partnerships with early learning systems and strengthen inter‑agency collaboration.
• Coordinate developmental screening and referral pathways across services. 
• Maintain accurate program and client records.
• Build supportive, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Supervise staff, including hiring, coaching, and performance management.
• Support the Ayás Mén̓men Child & Family Services team to achieve departmental goals.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, early childhood development, mental health, child/youth care, or related field.
• 4–5 years of experience in early childhood development, case management, social services, or related fields.
• Experience supporting children with developmental delays or disabilities.
• Knowledge of family‑centre practice and family‑centered service models.
• Strong leadership skills with experience supervising staff.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and integrity.
• Ability to remain calm, supportive, and diplomatic in high‑pressure situations.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Office and digital tools; database experience (JD Edwards/Nucleus) an asset.
• Experience working in a First Nations environment (preferred).
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle access.

Why Work With Us

• Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
• Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development 
• Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

Salary: $75,000 - $112,500

Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.