Behaviour Strategist (Early Intervention) – Flexible Options
About The Position
Fueling Brains Education Services provides early intervention programming for children accessing Program Unit Funding (PUF) and Mild/Moderate (MM) funding across multiple Academy locations in Calgary and Strathmore. This is not a traditional clinic-based role. Our model blends early intervention, multidisciplinary collaboration, and real-world learning environments to create meaningful opportunities for children to develop communication, self-regulation, social-emotional skills, and independence. This role offers a different way to support children and families by working within a multidisciplinary team to assess developmental and behavioural needs, develop individualized support strategies, and coach educators and families within inclusive early learning environments. We offer flexible structures (0.5 FTE or blended opportunities) to align with your lifestyle and career goals.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctoral Degree in Psychology (School, Clinical, Educational Psychology, or related field)
- Registered Psychologist in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) OR Eligible Psychological Practitioner with relevant graduate training
- Experience working with early childhood or pediatric populations strongly preferred
- Experience assessing developmental, behavioural, and social-emotional needs
- Experience working within educational, early intervention, or multidisciplinary settings is an asset
- Strong understanding of child development, neurodevelopment, and early intervention practices
- Ability to translate clinical findings into practical, classroom-based strategies
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Strong consultation and coaching abilities
- Collaborative mindset with a team-oriented approach
- Strong documentation, reporting, and organizational skills
- Passion for early childhood development and family-centred practice
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sector) prior to employment
- Ability to work a 10-month contract (September–June)
- Willingness to participate in onboarding and training related to Fueling Brains' intervention model
Responsibilities
- Conduct developmental, behavioural, and psychological assessments to identify cognitive, social-emotional, behavioural, and adaptive functioning needs
- Interpret assessment findings and identify strengths, challenges, and areas for intervention
- Contribute to individualized programming recommendations based on assessment outcomes
- Develop strengths-based intervention plans and classroom support strategies
- Translate clinical findings into practical recommendations for educators, families, and support staff
- Support children's development in areas including: self-regulation, social-emotional development, executive functioning, behavioural flexibility, participation and engagement, and school readiness skills
- Provide coaching and consultation to educators, therapy assistants, and families
- Model evidence-based behavioural and developmental support strategies
- Support consistent implementation of intervention plans across home and school environments
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, educators, therapy assistants, and specialists
- Build strong relationships with families and maintain ongoing communication
- Participate in team meetings, case discussions, planning sessions, and professional development
- Monitor child progress and evaluate intervention effectiveness
- Review data and adjust recommendations as needed
- Prepare professional reports, documentation, and program records aligned with Alberta Education and program requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
