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Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre • Red Deer, Alberta
Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre • Red Deer, Alberta
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$43.61 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Position:
Posting: July 24, 2026
Closing Date: Until suitable candidate is found
Reports to: Supervisor of the School and Family Services Program
location: Red Deer, Alberta

Aspire Child Development Centre (Aspire) is seeking a Registered Occupational Therapist who is passionate about supporting neurodivergent children and values collaboration, flexibility, and growth. This role focuses primarily on consultation and assessment, with opportunities for direct intervention, serving children in schools and homes throughout Central Alberta.

You will work with children aged 2-18 years, supporting their communication development while partnering closely with families and school teams. This position offers variety, autonomy, and clinical support. If youre looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a schedule that respects your life outside of work, we would love to meet you.

Your Role at Aspire

  • Support neurodivergent children through consultation, assessment, and intervention
  • Build capacity with parents, teachers, and school staff
  • Support children and families in developing skills and understanding in the following areas of motor skills, sensory regulation, interoceptive awareness, activities of daily living, and play, in home, school, and community settings
  • Develop individual program plans and support implementation
  • Provide practical, strength-based strategies to promote child development
  • Complete standardized assessments, screening tools, and written reports
  • Collaborate with families and educational teams to support identified goals
  • Deliver direct therapy when appropriate

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

  • Experience working with children in the areas of motor skills, sensory regulation, interoception, activities of daily living, and play skill development
  • Knowledge of best practices and current research, particularly related to autism spectrum disorder
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Flexible 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

  • Registered occupational therapist in Alberta, or eligible for registration
  • Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle
  • Experience working with neurodivergent children (experience level flexible mentorship available)

Job Type: Permanent part-time, with opportunity to grow into full-time
Schedule: Flexible Monday to Friday schedule Christmas break and spring break off and reduced summer hours, with ongoing regular pay
Location: In person Red Deer, Alberta
Aspire is located in Red Deer, Alberta and is nicely situated between Calgary and Edmonton. We are open from 8:30 to 4:30, Monday to Friday, and our centre is closed between Christmas and New Years.
Compensation: From $43.61 per hour (commensurate with experience)

Aspire Child Development Centre is a charitable organization dedicated to providing hope and support to children with diverse needs and their families. With a mission to empower communities, Aspire offers a range of services including education, home visits, assessments, and interventions.

We offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Professional development
  • Connected team approach
  • Comprehensive GroupSource benefits package

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

How to apply:

Please forward your resume and cover letter noting position being applied for to our HR coordinator Jordan MacDonald at or by mail or fax.

Aspire Child Development Centre
4826 47th Street
Red Deer, Alberta T4N 1R2

Telephone: 403-340-2606
Fax: 403-340-2615
www.aspirechild.ca

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