Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled

Behavioural Aide/Therapy Assistant

to support a child with

ADHD

,

sensory processing differences

,

executive functioning challenges

, and a history of

trauma

. The ideal candidate brings a

trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming

, and

strength-based

approach, and is comfortable assisting with behavioural support, regulation strategies, daily routines, and structured

therapy-based activities

designed by the child's clinical team. The candidate must be able to reliably follow directions. Note, this position is in a private home and not for a company.

Key Responsibilities

1. Behavioural & Daily Support

Provide

one-to-one behavioural support

in the home and community. Assist with

daily routines

, transitions, organization, and task initiation. Implement strategies to support

emotional regulation

,

self-advocacy

, and

executive functioning

(planning, sequencing, focus, working memory). Facilitate

movement breaks (without use of screens)

, sensory regulation activities, and calming strategies tailored to the child's needs. Support social-emotional learning, communication, and confidence-building.

2. Therapy Support

Carry out

therapy activities

and home-program exercises provided by: Occupational therapist (OT) Physiotherapist (PT) Psychologist or behavioural therapist Other clinical providers Ensure

consistency

in delivering therapeutic strategies across sessions. Observe and track the child's responses, triggers, sensory needs, and progress. Provide feedback to the parent and therapists to help refine programming.

3. Transportation & Appointment Support

Attend appointments with the child as required.

Occasional travel outside Calgary

for specialized appointments may be required (mileage reimbursed).

Qualifications

Experience supporting children with

ADHD

, sensory processing differences, executive functioning challenges, or similar neurodevelopmental needs. Training or demonstrated understanding of

trauma-informed care

. Experience following

clinical or therapy-based programs

(OT, PT, psychology, SLP, behavioural therapy). Background in psychology, social work, education, child development, kinesiology, or related fields (formal education an asset but not required). Ability to stay calm, emotionally attuned, and flexible during dysregulation. Knowledge of sensory regulation strategies, movement breaks, and co-regulation techniques. Strong communication skills and a gentle, patient, consistent approach. Must be reliable, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality. Current CPR/First Aid and recent Vulnerable Sector Check (or willingness to obtain).

Personal Attributes

Warm, grounded, and attuned to the needs of neurodivergent children. Emotionally regulated and able to provide co-regulation. Organized, proactive, and able to anticipate triggers or needs. Creative with strategies and capable of adapting on the fly. Comfortable implementing therapy strategies with fidelity. Respectful of family values and the child's dignity, autonomy, and lived experience. Comfortable around pets.

Additional Information

Training from current therapists will be provided to ensure consistency. Compensation will be based on experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 - 35 per week

Application question(s):

Can you describe your experience supporting children with ADHD, sensory processing differences, or trauma-related behaviours? What specific strategies have you used that worked well? This role requires staying calm, patient, and attuned during dysregulation or sensory overload. How do you regulate yourself in challenging moments, and what is your approach to co-regulation with a child? Tell me about a time you had to follow a detailed plan or set of instructions for a child's care or therapy. How did you ensure you followed the plan exactly as given? What would you do if you personally disagreed with a strategy a therapist asked you to use -- for example, a visual schedule or routine that you don't prefer?
Work Location: In person