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Job Title: Behaviour Strategist
Location: South and In-Community
Position Type: Full-Time (10.5 month contract)
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30AM to 4:00PM
Reports To: Psychology & Behaviour Clinical Lead
About: Pacekids Programs is a dynamic, non-profit organization committed to empowering children with diverse needs and their families through education, therapy, and play. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Behaviour Strategist to join our Early Childhood Services (ECS) team, where play-based learning meets meaningful impact.
Position Summary: As a Behaviour Strategist, you will play a key role in assessing, planning, and delivering behavioural supports for preschool and school-aged children in our ECS school program. Working closely with families, teachers, Classroom Therapy Aides (CTAs), and our interdisciplinary team, you will create strategies that are developmentally appropriate, engaging, and aligned with each child’s unique needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, coach, and implement behavioural strategies in classroom settings using a play-based approach.
- Consult and collaborate with teaching and therapy staff to build capacity and support programming.
- Provide coaching and recommendations to families to strengthen behavioural programming at home and school.
- Conduct informal assessments and screenings for preschool and kindergarten-aged children.
- Support and monitor Individualized Program Plans (IPPs) in collaboration with the team and families.
- Prepare and maintain documentation, including annual assessment and treatment summary reports.
- Deliver training and professional development to Pacekids staff.
What We’re Looking For:
- An acceptable combination of education in a relevant field and a minimum of 5 years’ experience working with children with diverse needs. Experience in the areas of behavioral psychology, treatment design and implementation, and supporting staff and students in a classroom environment is an asset.
- Understanding of play-based approaches to supporting children with diverse needs
- Understanding of child development, and evidence based practices
- Strong understanding of child development, play-based learning, and evidence-based practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to adjust strategies based on individual needs and priorities.
Requirements:
- Current Standard or Intermediate First Aid & CPR-Level C certification.
- Clear Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check) and Child Intervention Check.
- Proficiency in English (written & verbal).
- Experience working with preschool and school-aged children.
Why Join Pacekids?
- Meaningful work that truly impacts children and families.
- Collaborative, supportive, and multidisciplinary work environment.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you’re passionate about helping children reach their potential through play-based learning and evidence-based behavioural supports, we’d love to hear from you.
Pacekids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We appreciate a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the grounds of race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, family status, source of income, or sexual orientation.
If you require accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to Pacekids’ Human Resources team at careers@pacekids.ca*.*
About Pacekids Programs
Pacekids Programs is a charitable organization that strives to empower children with special needs and their families through excellence in therapy and education. Operating for over 25 years and funded through Program Unit Funding (PUF) from Alberta Education, & Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD), Pacekids serves children with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Global Developmental Delay, Down Syndrome, Speech & Language delays, and more through a variety of programs in the Calgary area.
Pacekids is committed to effective financial management and recognizes the value of all contributions and donations.
Programs & Services Pacekids' programs and services have all been developed to meet the needs of the children and families we serve. The expertise of our professional staff help a child reach its potential, at their own pace.
Our support services begin when we start working with a child - whether a newly diagnosed infant or an older child - and extends to that child's entire support network. Children in our programs benefit from the support of an aide assigned to work specifically with them.
Pacekids' programs currently include: Infant and Family Support Program Program Unit Funded Early Childhood Services Behavioural & Developmental Supports Specialized Services Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Title: Behaviour Strategist
Location: South and In-Community
Position Type: Full-Time (10.5 month contract)
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30AM to 4:00PM
Reports To: Psychology & Behaviour Clinical Lead
About: Pacekids Programs is a dynamic, non-profit organization committed to empowering children with diverse needs and their families through education, therapy, and play. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Behaviour Strategist to join our Early Childhood Services (ECS) team, where play-based learning meets meaningful impact.
Position Summary: As a Behaviour Strategist, you will play a key role in assessing, planning, and delivering behavioural supports for preschool and school-aged children in our ECS school program. Working closely with families, teachers, Classroom Therapy Aides (CTAs), and our interdisciplinary team, you will create strategies that are developmentally appropriate, engaging, and aligned with each child’s unique needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, coach, and implement behavioural strategies in classroom settings using a play-based approach.
- Consult and collaborate with teaching and therapy staff to build capacity and support programming.
- Provide coaching and recommendations to families to strengthen behavioural programming at home and school.
- Conduct informal assessments and screenings for preschool and kindergarten-aged children.
- Support and monitor Individualized Program Plans (IPPs) in collaboration with the team and families.
- Prepare and maintain documentation, including annual assessment and treatment summary reports.
- Deliver training and professional development to Pacekids staff.
What We’re Looking For:
- An acceptable combination of education in a relevant field and a minimum of 5 years’ experience working with children with diverse needs. Experience in the areas of behavioral psychology, treatment design and implementation, and supporting staff and students in a classroom environment is an asset.
- Understanding of play-based approaches to supporting children with diverse needs
- Understanding of child development, and evidence based practices
- Strong understanding of child development, play-based learning, and evidence-based practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to adjust strategies based on individual needs and priorities.
Requirements:
- Current Standard or Intermediate First Aid & CPR-Level C certification.
- Clear Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check) and Child Intervention Check.
- Proficiency in English (written & verbal).
- Experience working with preschool and school-aged children.
Why Join Pacekids?
- Meaningful work that truly impacts children and families.
- Collaborative, supportive, and multidisciplinary work environment.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you’re passionate about helping children reach their potential through play-based learning and evidence-based behavioural supports, we’d love to hear from you.
Pacekids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We appreciate a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the grounds of race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, family status, source of income, or sexual orientation.
If you require accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to Pacekids’ Human Resources team at careers@pacekids.ca*.*
About Pacekids Programs
Pacekids Programs is a charitable organization that strives to empower children with special needs and their families through excellence in therapy and education. Operating for over 25 years and funded through Program Unit Funding (PUF) from Alberta Education, & Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD), Pacekids serves children with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Global Developmental Delay, Down Syndrome, Speech & Language delays, and more through a variety of programs in the Calgary area.
Pacekids is committed to effective financial management and recognizes the value of all contributions and donations.
Programs & Services Pacekids' programs and services have all been developed to meet the needs of the children and families we serve. The expertise of our professional staff help a child reach its potential, at their own pace.
Our support services begin when we start working with a child - whether a newly diagnosed infant or an older child - and extends to that child's entire support network. Children in our programs benefit from the support of an aide assigned to work specifically with them.
Pacekids' programs currently include: Infant and Family Support Program Program Unit Funded Early Childhood Services Behavioural & Developmental Supports Specialized Services Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)