AddressDescription
Employer Job Number: GO-00755424
Facility: Royal University Hospital
Job Description: The Child Life Therapist strives to reduce the impact of stressful or traumatic life events and situations which affect the development, health and well-being of infants, children, youth and families. The Child Life Therapist assesses, develops and implements evidence-based, developmentally and psychologically appropriate programming and interventions to prepare clients and families for any diagnostic or treatment procedures. As a member of multidisciplinary pediatric teams, the incumbent shall advocate for and represent Child Life on committees, interdisciplinary rounds, conferences, hospital and community initiatives where there is concern for the psychosocial, emotional and developmental needs of children, youth and families. Child Life Therapist functions as a member of the Child Life Program Department and as a member of an assigned health care team, in accordance with the professional standards of practice of the Association of Child Life Professionals and the Saskatchewan Health Authority.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an ACLP endorsed program, or a bachelor's degree with a focus on pediatric development, child and youth care, child psychology, or child and family studies as determined by the employer.
Registered or eligible for registration as a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) through the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP)
Successful applicant will be required to successfully obtain Child Life certification within one (1) year of employment as a Child Life Therapist.
Experience
Previous experience as a Child Life Therapist would be considered an asset
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbalFor more information on this job, please visit the employer's website.
