Position: Registered Psychologist Posting: February 6, 2026 Closing Date: Until suitable candidate is found Reports to: Supervisor of the School and Family Services Programlocation: Red Deer, Alberta
Aspire Child Development Centre (Aspire) is seeking a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about supporting neurodivergent children and values collaboration, flexibility, and growth. This role focuses primarily on consultation and assessment, with opportunities for direct intervention, serving children in schools and homes throughout Central Alberta.
You will work with children aged 2-18 years, supporting their communication development while partnering closely with families and school teams. This position offers variety, autonomy, and clinical support. If you’re looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a schedule that respects your life outside of work, we would love to meet you.
Your Role at Aspire
Support neurodivergent children through consultation, assessment, and intervention
Build capacity with parents, teachers, and school staff
Provide support to children to strengthen cognitive, behavioural, learning, social, and mental health skills within home, school, and community contexts
Develop individual program plans and support implementation
Provide practical, strength-based strategies to promote child development
Complete standardized assessments, screening tools, and written reports
Collaborate with families and educational teams to support identified goals
Deliver direct therapy when appropriate
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Experience working with schools and families to support the development of children’s cognitive, behavioural, learning, social, and mental health skills
Knowledge of best practices and current research, particularly related to autism spectrum disorder
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic workload
Willingness to contribute to the growth of the team
Excellent knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office 365 and database applications
Qualifications
Registered psychologist in Alberta, or eligible for registration
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
Experience working with neurodivergent children (experience level flexible – mentorship available)
Job Type: Permanent part-time, with opportunity to grow into full-time Schedule: Flexible Monday to Friday schedule –Christmas break and spring break off and reduced summer hours, with ongoing regular pay Location: In person – Red Deer, Alberta Aspire is located in Red Deer, Alberta and is nicely situated between Calgary and Edmonton. We are open from 8:30 to 4:30, Monday to Friday, and our centre is closed between Christmas and New Years. Compensation: From $52.60 per hour (commensurate with experience)
Aspire Child Development Centre is a charitable organization dedicated to providing hope and support to children with diverse needs and their families. With a mission to empower communities, Aspire offers a range of services including education, home visits, assessments, and interventions.
We offer:
Connected team approach
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
How to apply:
Please forward your resume and cover letter noting position being applied for to our HR coordinator Jordan Mac Donald atjmacdonald@aspirechild.caor by mail or fax.
Aspire Child Development Centre4826 47th Street Red Deer, Alberta T4 N 1 R2
Telephone: 403-340-2606 Fax: 403-340-2615www.aspirechild.ca
