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Child Life Therapist Degree

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April 1 2025
Expected expiry date: April 8 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Therapy Services
Saskatoon, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 49608
  • Job Category Maternal and Children's Services
  • Posting Date 04/01/2025, 12:10 PM
  • Locations Royal University Hospital
  • Apply Before 04/08/2025, 12:10 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 9002874

Expected Start Date: April 15, 2025

Union: HSAS

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Child Life

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: April 15, 2026

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

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. The incumbent assesses, develops and implements evidence-based, developmentally and psychologically appropriate programming and interventions to prepare clients and families for any diagnostic or treatment procedures. As a member of multidisciplinary pediatric teams, the incumbent shall advocate for and represent Child Life on committees, interdisciplinary rounds, conferences, hospital and community initiatives where there is concern for the psychosocial, emotional and developmental needs of children, youth and families. Child Life Therapist functions as a member of the Child Life Program Department and as a member of an assigned health care team, in accordance with the professional standards of practice of the Association of Child Life Professionals and the Saskatchewan Health Authority.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

  • Bachelor's degree from an ACLP endorsed program

Other Education and Training

  • 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
  • Bachelor's degree with a focus on Child & Youth is acceptable
  • Bachelor's degree with a focus on pediatric development is acceptable
  • Bachelor's degree with a focus on Child and Family studies is acceptable

Competencies

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

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

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

About Us

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.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.