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Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital

Department: OPEZ W&C Pediatrics CBR

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1

Posting Closing Date: 2-Jun-26

About the Opportunity

The scope of a Child Life Specialist (CLS) involves supporting children and families facing illness, trauma, or hospitalization by reducing stress and promoting coping through developmentally appropriate education, play, and emotional support. The CLS helps them understand medical experiences, build resilience, and maintain normalcy using techniques such as distraction, preparation for procedures, behavioral plans, and legacy-making. The CLS works collaboratively within healthcare teams in diverse settings from NICU to oncology.

About You

• Bachelor degree in any field, with 10 college level courses completed in child life or related department/subject
• Certification or successful child life internsh...