Developmental Assistant

New Heights School & Learning Services runs a unique specialized program tailored to preschool and school age children with autism spectrum disorder, or have similar learning differences. New Heights Home & Community Support (HCS) is a play-based program that utilizes the strengths and interests of each child to address developmental goals. The focus of HCS program is on services to children age 2.5 – 7 years.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, Developmental Assistants will:

• Support families by modeling strategies for parents/guardians and coaching them as they practice
• Determine approaches that are most effective for the family and child
• Develop and implement playful and engaging learning activities to address specified goals inside the home and the community
• Monitor and document child and family progress

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education (certificate, diploma, and/or degree) in an appropriate discipline
• Experience working with families with children with autism spectrum disorder or similar social and communication challenges
• Background in early childhood development a definite asset
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to be self-directed, flexible, highly motivated and to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Must have availability to work within Monday to Friday 8:00am-6:00pm time frame
• Must have vehicle & valid driver’s license

What we offer:

• time compensation for travel as well as paid mileage ($0.72/km)
• flexible schedule
• vacation time, personal days
• comprehensive benefits package plus health spending account (completely covered by New Heights)
• RRSP match (upon eligibility requirements being met)
• access to professional development funds
• a team of fun and caring staff
• a culture that values work-life balance, as well as personal and professional growth

Please submit resume and cover letter to [email protected].  Resumes will be received until a suitable candidate is found. Position start date is December/January with some flexibility.  All applicant submissions are appreciated, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.