Aspire Child Development Centre (Aspire) is seeking an Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy Assistant who is passionate about supporting neurodivergent children and values collaboration, flexibility, and growth. In this role, you will work alongside occupational therapists and physical therapists to support neurodivergent children through fine motor, gross motor, sensory, and functional interventions delivered in school and community settings across Central Alberta. If you are looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a schedule that respects your life outside of work, we would love to meet you.

About the Role

You will be supporting occupational therapists and physical therapists in work with children aged 2-18 years. You will also provide back-up administrative support to the School and Family Services Program. This position offers variety, autonomy, and clinical support.

Your Role at Aspire

· Support occupational and physical therapists in delivering assessment follow-up, consultation, and intervention services

· Build capacity with parents, teachers, and school staff

· Support children, schools, and families in developing skills and better understanding motor skills, sensory regulation, interoceptive awareness, activities of daily living, and play, in school, and community settings

· Provide administrative support to therapists

· Assist in the development of resources and training tools for school teams and parents

· Support the implementation of practical,



strength-based strategies to promote child development

· Administer screening tools for interpretation by therapists

· Collaborate with families and educational teams to support identified goals

· Provide back-up administrative support to the School and Families Services Program

Your Strengths and Experience

· Experience working with children in the areas of motor skills, sensory regulation, interoception, activities of daily living, and play skill development is an asset

· Knowledge of best practices and current research, particularly related to autism and neurodivergent children

· Excellent organizational and time management skills

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Adaptable and adaptable in a dynamic workload

· Willingness to contribute to the growth of the team

· Excellent knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office 365 and database applications

Qualifications

· Occupational and physical therapist assistant diploma

· Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

· Experience working with neurodivergent children (experience level flexible – mentorship available)

Job Types: Permanent, Part-time

Pay: $24.30-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Red Deer, AB T4N 1R2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 OT/PT Assistant (Canada)
🏢 Aspire Child Development Centre
📍 Canada