Support pediatric patients and families at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon through developmental assessment and psychosocial preparation for procedures.

This full-time temporary Child Life Therapist position serves infants, children, youth, and families within the Child Life Program. You will develop evidence-based interventions, address stressful healthcare experiences, and contribute to multidisciplinary pediatric teams. The assignment runs through October 27, 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assess children, youth, and families using growth and development theories
- Develop developmentally appropriate programming and interventions
- Prepare clients and families for diagnostic and treatment procedures
- Advocate for Child Life during rounds, conferences,



and committees
- Communicate psychosocial issues affecting pediatric patients and families

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree from an ACLP-endorsed program
- Eligible for registration as a Certified Child Life Specialist
- Obtain child life certification within one year of employment
- Knowledge of Client and Family Centred Care practices
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary healthcare teams

Bring child development knowledge, skilled judgment, and family-centred communication to pediatric care as a Child Life Therapist.

📌 Pediatric Child Life Therapist Saskatoon (Canada)
🏢 Saskatchewan Health Authority
📍 Canada