About the Role
The Child Life Specialist is a member of the pediatric healthcare team who focuses on the emotional and developmental needs of children. Through therapeutic and developmentally appropriate play, this role supports children and families in maintaining normal life patterns, minimizing developmental disruption, and reducing psychological stress throughout the healthcare experience.

Your Role Within the Team

Implements psychosocially and developmentally supportive programs for hospitalized children and families

Uses therapeutic and developmental play to help children cope with illness, injury, and treatment

Interprets children's understanding of diagnosis and treatment through verbal and nonverbal communication

Advocates for pediatric patients and families and enhances the hospital environment using child development principles

Promotes continuity of normal life experiences (e.g., school, routines, celebrations)



during hospitalization

Provides guidance and oversight to child life volunteers and students

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Recreational Therapy, Psychology, or related field (required)

Internship: Completion of a Child Life Internship under the supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist (required)

Certification: Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) preferred or must be obtained within 12 months of hire

Position Details

Location: St. Joseph's Hospital

Status: PRN, As Needed

Shift: Varies

Weekend Work: Varies

On Call: no

How often will this team member be working remotely? Always in person

Equal Chance Employer Veterans/Disabled

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📌 Child Life Specialist I (Newfoundland and Labrador)
🏢 BayCare Health System
📍 Newfoundland and Labrador