Job Title: Behaviour Consultant
Languages: Farsi, Pashto and/or Dari
Status: Temporary, Part-time (Union position)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Wage: $47.26 - $57.84/hr (starting at $47.26)
Grid: 16P
Hours: 28 Hours/Week
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday & Friday - 9.00 am to 4.30 pm (in office or off site); Wednesday - 10.30 am to 6.00 pm (offsite)
Start Date: August 20, 2026
End Date: Until return of incumbent
Date Posted: July 27, 2026
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please note that internal applicants must apply by August 3, 2026 internal applications received after this date will not be considered as internal and seniority will not apply. Position will remain open until filled.
The Opportunity:
Working under the direction of the Manager, Women, Families, and Community Health, the Behaviour Consultant works closely with families to develop individualized programs and implement interventions to improve social, communication, and daily living skills of children from 0-6 years with Support needs. In addition to providing direct services to children with support needs, the incumbent also acts as a consultant to support parents and caregivers in implementing strategies at home and in other settings.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop individualized behavior intervention plans for clients based on evaluation, assessment, and analysis of data;
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Monitor and evaluate the child’s progress and make adjustments as needed;
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Provide direct teaching and training to clients, families, and caregivers on how to implement plan;
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Coordinate and advocate for newcomer children with support needs to access safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and client centered care;
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Facilitate referral and linkage to services for children with support needs;
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Collaborate with schools, other relevant agencies to facilitate support for children with support needs.
- Provides support and input for program guidelines and policies that entail quality program delivery.
- Provide trainings and case management support to clients as needed.
- Promotes public awareness of and support for the program using promotional materials, conducting marketing campaigns, and attending community events.
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Researches and compiles a comprehensive database of community resources networks.
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Promoting Community Belonging by providing Services that may include but are not limited to: one-to-one peer mentoring; group meetings and gatherings focused on connecting families; informal opportunities to meet/share conversations, parent support groups.
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Records and reports on data and information required to meet contractual obligations within firm deadlines.
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Maintains accurate statistics as assigned by Manager.
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Completes all other related tasks as assigned by the Manager.
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Qualified candidates will possess:
- A Masters degree in Counselling or Social Work and 2 years of relevant work in the community/social services/settlement sector.
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Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) designation from the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
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Recent experience supporting children 0-6 years with support needs;
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Prior experience in community outreach program is required;
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Experience working with diverse and multi-lingual groups;
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Knowledge of community resources for families with children with support needs;
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Excellent problem-solving ability, communication skills, discretion, and judgment;
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The ability to work collectively in a team environment;
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Strong English language writing skills;
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Fluency in Farsi, Pashto, or Dari languages is required.
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A valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable, fully operational vehicle;
A criminal record check is required as a part of this process.
Please note that we currently have staff on the recall list. If an applicant on the recall list applies to this vacancy, the provisions under Article 13.5 "Recall" of the Collective Agreement will apply and we will not consider internal applications from those with less seniority.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter as separate attachments. As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions are answered.
This position is not available for sponsorship, only candidates legally entitled to work in Canada can be considered.
To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit www.dcrs.ca/work-with-us/.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This position is based in our Surrey office and is a blend of remote and in-person services. DIVERSEcity has implemented new safety procedures for in-office and in-person work, to view our safety plan, please visit https://www.dcrs.ca/news/diversecity-re-opening-plan/. Successful candidates will be provided with the training and equipment to safely carry out their duties, ensuring the best protection for our staff and clients.
A comprehensive job description will be provided to all candidates shortlisted for interviews.
DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department at ([email protected]). Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
About DIVERSEcity
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is a registered charity devoted to helping newcomers. For 45 years we have focused on providing specialized services newcomers to find employment, learn English, find housing, deal with family challenges, work through mental health issues and access medical care. DIVERSEcity is a client-centred organization committed to quality and accountability. We value growth, respect, integrity and compassion. To learn more about DIVERSEcity visit us at https://www.dcrs.ca/.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
