Aide Positions supporting children with disabilities - Independent contractor position (Calgary and surrounding area)
We are hiring dedicated individuals to provide one-on-one support to children with disabilities. As an Aide, you will play a key role in supporting children’s development and well-being through structured activities, play-based engagement, and caregiving support, while working closely with families and, when applicable, other clinicians. Responsibilities may vary based on client needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide in-home and community-based support for children and families
- Work with multiple families and children on a weekly basis
- Collaborate with families, as well as specialists when needed
- Support children’s development through play-based engagement and daily routines
- Assist with caregiving needs, including hygiene and personal care
- Ensure children’s safety, engagement, and well-being during sessions
- Take session notes, providing updates on progress, observations, and goals
Requirements:
- Undergraduate or graduate students majoring in Psychology, Child Studies, Education or Social Work (or other related programs)
- Experience working with children or experience with developmental disabilities is an asset
- Strong communication skills and punctuality
- Comfortable working with young children
- Interest in Child behaviour, development, and psychology
- Understanding of child development, behaviour, and/or caregiving practices
- Able to commit 6 months or more
Basic Requirment Certifications/Documents:
- Police information background check with the vulnerable sector search (within 1 month, renewed annually)
- CPR (Level C or equivalent) and Standard First Aid certification
- Proof of enrollment AND/OR degree AND/OR related experience AND/OR Related training
We offer:
- Flexible scheduling
- Ongoing mentorship and feedback program
- Hands-on experience working with professionals in psychology and child development
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- A fulfilling role supporting the growth and development of children
- Pay for direct and indirect time
- Direct time: Time spent in the family's home with children
- Indirect time: Time spent preparing for sessions, meeting with clinicians outside of the family home, and writing session notes and bi-weekly progress reports
If you are a passionate university student, graduate, or person with relevant experience in the Airdrie and Calgary area, eager to positively impact children's lives, we invite you to apply as an independent contractor with Hispir Care.
To be considered for this opportunity, please apply here: https://hispir.com/careers
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $16.00-$23.18 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
