Early Intervention Therapy Assistant

The Northern Rockies Child Development Association is seeking a qualified and compassionate Early Intervention Therapy Assistant to join our interdisciplinary Early Intervention team.

Working under the clinical supervision of Registered Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, the successful candidate will provide community-based therapeutic support to infants, children and youth with developmental delays, disabilities and additional support needs.

Services are delivered in family homes, childcare programs, early learning environments and community settings throughout Fort Nelson and the Northern Rockies.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy intervention plans under professional supervision.
• Support children's gross and fine motor development, mobility, coordination, sensory needs and functional independence.
• Provide individualized, play-based therapeutic activities.
• Work collaboratively with families, therapists, educators and community service providers.
• Monitor progress, maintain accurate documentation and communicate observations to supervising therapists.

Qualifications

• Recognized Rehabilitation Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA/PTA) Diploma, or equivalent recognized education.
• Experience working with children with developmental delays, disabilities or additional support needs.
• Knowledge of child development, early intervention and family-centred practices.
• Strong communication, organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while following professional clinical direction.
• Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Current First Aid/CPR and satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector checks.

Equivalent qualifications and experience may be considered.

Why Join NRCDA?

Be part of a collaborative, family-centred organization committed to improving access to early intervention services for children and families in rural and northern British Columbia.