About KDS
Kids Developmental Services (KDS) is a community-based Independent Early Childhood Services operator funded by Alberta Education and Childcare. We provide early childhood intervention to children between the ages of 2 years 8 months and 4 years 8 months. Programming is developmentally appropriate and occurs in the child's natural environment. Alberta Certificated Teachers coordinate the child's team which may include a Developmental Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist, Therapy Assistant or Speech-Language Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Child Behaviour Specialist, and a Behaviour Therapy Assistant.
Certificated Teachers write the child's Individualized Program Plan (IPP) and accommodations and strategies are provided by the therapists on the child's team. Additional programming is offered in the child's home as well as in the community.
Responsibilities Include
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team that includes the child's family and Early Childhood Educators;
- Screening and assessing preschool-aged children with diverse learning needs;
- Collaborating with the child's team to develop their Individualized Program Plan (IPP);
- Working collaboratively within community preschools, child care centres and Kids PlayTime sessions that take place in the child's community;
- Providing ongoing training, coaching, and support to parents, Early Childhood Educators, and KDS staff.
KDS Offers
- A competitive salary, based on Alberta Health Services salary guidelines;
- Access to a benefits package;
- Paid vacation over Winter and Spring break;
- Paid sick and personal time off;
- Opportunity to develop leadership skills;
- Professional development;
- Paid mileage.
Required Qualifications
- Candidates who have experience with and a passion for working with preschool-aged children;
- Candidates who believe in the power of play and can work intentionally in the child's natural environment;
- Candidates who work well in a multidisciplinary team but can work independently as well;
- Candidates who can manage their time and caseload efficiently, but are flexible when changes are required;
- Candidates who are competent using a computer as KDS is entirely paperless;
- A Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology;
- Registration with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA);
- Proof of professional liability insurance;
- A current Police Clearance and Vulnerable Sector check;
- At least two years working as a Speech-Language Pathologist in a Pediatric environment is preferred;
- New grads will be considered and are welcome to apply;
- A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle;
- A willingness to travel between locations.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: Remote
