Child Life Therapist Degree

Saskatchewan Health Authority · Saskatoon

Position #: 9014613

Expected Start Date: November 16, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Child Life

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.8

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 22 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Child Life Therapist - Degree $34.181 to $41.805

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The Child Life Therapist strives to reduce the impact of stressful or traumatic life events and situations which affect the development, health and well-being of infants, children, youth and families. Reporting to the Manager of Child Life Services, the Child Life Therapist assesses, develops and implements evidence-based, developmentally and psychologically appropriate programming and interventions to prepare clients and families for any diagnostic/treatment procedures. As a member of multidisciplinary pediatric teams, the incumbent shall advocate for/represent Child Life on committees, rounds, conferences, hospital and community initiatives where there is concern for the psychosocial, emotional and developmental needs of children, youth and families. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

Bachelor's degree from an ACLP endorsed program

Other Education and Training

Bachelor's degree with a focus on pediatric development is acceptable
Bachelor's degree with a focus on Child and Family studies is acceptable
Bachelor's degree with a focus on Child & Youth is acceptable
Obtain child life certification w/in 1yr of employment as a Child Life Therapist
Bachelor's degree with a focus on Child Psychology is acceptable

Competencies

Basic - Written Communication Skills
Basic - Verbal communication skills
Basic - Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of ethical principles of pediatric healthcare & child life profession
Ability to communicate child life practice &psychosocial issues of C&Y &families
Ability to provide psychosocial preparation for procedures&medical interventions
Knowledge and understanding of Client and Family Centred Care practices
Ability to assess patients & families applying theories of human growth & dvlmpt
Ability to communicate child life practice &psychosocial issues of infants
Ability to work as a member of a team
Knowledge of the ACLP Code of Professional Practice
Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to operate related equipment & carry out the duties of the position
Knowledge of the role of community supports for the child/adolescent and family
Knowledge of the ACLP Child Life Competencies
Ability to use professional judgement to plan appropriate interventions

Other Information

Previous experience as a Child Life Therapist would be considered an asset
Registered/eligible for registration as Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
Registered/eligible registration w/Association Child Life Professionals (ACLP)

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. The Child Life Therapist strives to reduce the impact of stressful or traumatic life events and situations which affect the development, health and well-being of infants, children, youth and families. Reporting to the Manager of Child Life Services, the Child Life Therapist assesses, develops and implements evidence-based, developmentally and psychologically appropriate programming and interventions to prepare clients and families for any diagnostic/treatment procedures. As a member of multidisciplinary pediatric teams, the incumbent shall advocate for/represent Child Life on committees, rounds, conferences, hospital and community initiatives where there is concern for the psychosocial, emotional and developmental needs of children, youth and families. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

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