Position Profile

Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.

Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers.

Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time.

These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families.

This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.





Join our Paediatrics team of Child Life Specialists as we work together to improve patient outcomes here at Humber River Health.

Child Life Specialists support children with developmentally appropriate strategies for pain management and anxiety reduction. As an expert in Child development, the Child Life Specialist endeavours to keep life as normal as possible for the child within the healthcare setting. Effective coping through play, self-expression and age appropriate activities are promoted to meet each child’s unique needs.At Humber River Health the Allied Health team plays a pivotal role delivering diagnostic, technical, supportive and therapeutic patient care.

Employment Status: Part-timeHours of Work: 7.5 hour day shiftsLocation: Humber River Health. Wilson SiteLabour Group: OPSEU 590Reporting Relationship: Manager, Paediatrics Inpatient and Outpatient ProgramsHourly Rate: $37.72 - $44.68

Responsibilities:

- Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team in the provision of Patient and Family Centered care by participating in the process of assessment, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care.
- Observes children for levels of growth and development, and perform preliminary developmental assessments.
- Participates in interdisciplinary rounds/patient-care conferences.
- Acts as a resource to parents and hospital staff regarding growth and developmental,



as well as psychosocial needs of children.
- Designs and implements appropriate play programs/other experiences for individual children and groups to promote normal growth and development.
- Implements all HRH Child Life Services including; Child Life Surgical Services, Child Life Paediatric Services, Child Life Bereavement Services, Child Life Emergency Services, Child Life Referrals, Child Life Community Services
- Assists in the preparation of children for medical or surgical procedures, and provides support to families as required, with the emphasis on pain management and therapeutic play.
- Maintains safety in the playroom, and ensures that child life equipment is used appropriately in the patients’ rooms.
- Assists in providing a pleasant and appropriate environment for children and families.
- Assists in public relation activities and special events relating to children in the Paediatric Unit or the Maternal & Child Program.

Qualifications:

- Degree in Early Childhood Education, B.A. in Child Studies or related field.
- Minimum 1 year experience in a hospital setting working with infants, children, adolescents and families.
- Membership inAssociation ofChild Life Professionals required.
- Demonstrates ability to work with an interdisciplinary team.
- Communicates well both verbally and in a written form.
- Excellent interpersonal and empathic skills.
- Good organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize a wide-ranging workload.
- Ability to teach effectively, both adults and children.
- Willingness to preceptor and assist with professional development of

📌 Child Life Specialist (Canada)
🏢 Humber River Health
📍 Canada