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CLS-Child Life Specialist (Job ID: 6524) Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.
Position: Child Life Specialist, Inpatient Pediatric Unit and Children’s Outpatient Clinics.
Position Type: Casual
Location: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)
Posting Period: August 5 2026- August 12 2026
Salary: CAD 37.60-45.17
Assesses the developmental level and the psychosocial and emotional needs of the child/adolescent under 18 years of age, as well as their family, to illness and the treatment process. In collaboration with team members, families, and other hospital and community service providers,



the Child Life Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating a variety of therapeutic play-based interventions to support patient and family centered care in accordance with the Standards of Clinical Practice as set out by the Association of Child Life Professionals.
The Child Life Specialist is also responsible for:
Preparing patients for medical procedures and/or surgery
Receipt and organization of donations and supplies
Coordinating with community partners and facilitating on-site visits
Contributing to a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
Supervision of Child Life Specialist student interns
Providing on-unit orientation and ongoing support to volunteers
Off-unit referrals as required (ICU, ER, adult oncology, etc.)
Position Responsibilities:
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
Masters degree in Pediatric Psychosocial Care preferred
ECE diploma an asset
University degree in Child Studies or related field
Two years experience in a health care setting with the pediatric population preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of the impact of illness and hospitalization on child development and family systems
Experience in the use of play as a healing modality
Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives
Demonstrated teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills
Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office software




Thorough and productive documenter. Experience with Cerner an asset.
Strong attendance record
WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.
Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
International Applicants
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📌 CLS-Child Life Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 Grand River Hospital
📍 Ontario