Pediatric Physiotherapist, Independent Contractor
The PREP Society | Calgary, Alberta
$65.00 - $75.00 per hour | Flexible Caseload | Afternoon and After-School Hours
The PREP Society is looking for a Pediatric Physiotherapist to provide individualized physical therapy services to school‑aged children and their families through Alberta’s Family Support for Children with Disabilities program.

This is a flexible independent contractor opportunity, primarily offering late‑afternoon and after‑school appointments. PREP provides families, approved service hours, scheduling support, contract administration, billing, and access to clinical space when available.

You get to focus on the children and families. We handle much of the administrative heavy lifting.

About The PREP Society
The PREP Society is a Calgary-based nonprofit organization supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Through therapy, education, family support, and inclusive programming, PREP helps children and young adults build skills, confidence, and meaningful connections within their communities. Our approach is collaborative, practical, and family‑centred.

The Prospect
As a Pediatric Physio Therapist, you will provide assessment, intervention, family coaching, and practical strategies that support each child’s functional goals.

Sessions are generally two hours and may take place in the family’s home, in the community, or at PREP when space is available.

You will work collaboratively with families, PREP’s multidisciplinary team, and Learning Support Facilitators who provide in‑home coaching between therapy sessions.

What You Will Do

Provide individualized physical therapy assessment and intervention





Coach families on strategies that can be incorporated into everyday routines

Develop practical goals and recommendations based on each child’s needs

Complete client notes with families during the scheduled session

Prepare required reports and supporting documentation

Provide direction, strategies, and goals to PREP’s Learning Support Facilitators

Participate in occasional virtual multidisciplinary meetings with families and team members

Maintain timely and accurate records using PREP’s Jane client management system

Communicate collaboratively with families, caregivers, and other professionals

Schedule
Hours are flexible and will depend on family needs and approved FSCD service hours.

Most appointments will take place during:

Late afternoons

After‑school hours

Occasional early evenings

There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours.

Occasional multidisciplinary meetings are held virtually on Thursday mornings. These meetings are scheduled in advance and are paid as direct service time.

Contract Details
The contracted rate applies to direct service time. PREP will also compensate approved preparation time, report writing, and scheduled multidisciplinary meetings. Travel time and mileage are not paid or reimbursed.

Cancellation provisions include:

Sessions cancelled with more than 24 hours’ notice are not billable

Late cancellations may be billed for one hour





No‑show appointments may be billed in full

What PREP Provides

Family referrals and approved FSCD service hours

Scheduling and administrative support

FSCD contract management

Billing and invoicing administration

Access to PREP’s Jane client management system

Access to PREP space when booked in advance and available

Access to some physical therapy resources for sessions held at PREP

Collaboration with PREP staff and multidisciplinary team members

What You Bring

Registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta

Qualified liability insurance

Experience providing physical therapy services to children

Experience supporting children with developmental disabilities or complex needs is considered an asset

Knowledge of family‑centred practice, coaching, and functional goal setting

Strong communication and documentation skills

The ability to work independently and collaboratively

A valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation

A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check

Your own portable treatment materials and equipment

Why Work With PREP?
This opportunity may be a strong fit for a Physiotherapist who wants to build a flexible pediatric caseload without managing client referrals, FSCD contracts, scheduling, and billing independently.

You will have the opportunity to:

Build a caseload around your availability

Work directly with children and families

Focus on practical and meaningful outcomes

Collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team

Receive administrative and scheduling support

Access PREP’s space when appropriate and available

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