Elevate pediatric care as a Child Life Specialist at WRHN, focusing on emotional support and healing interventions in a casual role. Help children and families navigate illness with empathy and expertise. This position focuses on the Inpatient Pediatric Unit and Children’s Outpatient Clinics at Waterloo Regional Health Network.

As a Child Life Specialist, you will assess developmental needs and implement therapeutic, play-based interventions that promote patient and family-centered care. Collaboration with medical teams and community partners will be crucial in your role to ensure comprehensive support. Key Responsibilities:

- Assess emotional and psychosocial needs of pediatric patients
- Prepare children for medical procedures and surgeries




- Organize and manage donations and supplies
- Facilitate on-site visits with community partners
- Supervise Child Life Specialist interns and support volunteers Requirements:
- Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) required
- Master's degree in Pediatric Psychosocial Care preferred
- 2+ years healthcare experience with children
- Knowledge of child development and impacts of illness
- Solid documentation skills; Cerner experience an asset Drive impactful change through compassionate care and collaborative practices as a Child Life Specialist at WRHN.

📌 Child Life Specialist at WRHN (Kitchener)
🏢 Grand River Hospital
📍 Kitchener