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Life Assistant Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

Child Life Specialist

Edmonton, AB · On-site

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

... assist children and families during procedures. You will also provide diversion experiences and ... Child Life Specialist * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Child Life * Primary ...

Child Life Specialist

Edmonton, AB

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

... assist children and families during procedures. You will also provide diversion experiences and ... Child Life Specialist * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Child Life * Primary ...

Child Life Specialist

Edmonton, AB · On-site

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

... assist children and families during procedures. You will also provide diversion experiences and ... Child Life Specialist * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Child Life * Primary ...

Child Life Specialist

Edmonton, AB

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

... assist children and families during procedures. You will also provide diversion experiences and ... Child Life Specialist * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Child Life * Primary ...

Child Life Specialist

Edmonton, AB

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

... assist children and families during procedures. You will also provide diversion experiences and ... Child Life Specialist * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Child Life * Primary ...

Life, AD&D and disability insurance * Paid parental leave and family care support * Health and ... Create and maintain templates, forms, letters, and spreadsheets * Assist with organizing meetings ...

CA$15 - CA$17/hr

Position Overview The Administrative Assistant is central to the daily operation of our front ... Base Life Insurance: Our commitment to your security includes a generous company-paid policy worth ...

CA$4.3K - CA$6.4K/mo

Stimulating workplace that promotes respect, belonging, and work-life balance Overview As a Physician Assistant, your primary duties are to: * Provide primary health care * Provide emergency care

The Package Imagine a schedule that gives you true work-life balance : choose from fly-in/fly-out ... Your Mission As a Physician Assistant in a remote setting, you will play a key role in delivering ...

The Package Imagine a schedule that gives you true work-life balance : choose from fly-in/fly-out ... Your Mission As a Physician Assistant in a remote setting, you will play a key role in delivering ...

The Package Imagine a schedule that gives you true work-life balance : choose from fly-in/fly-out ... Your Mission As a Physician Assistant in a remote setting, you will play a key role in delivering ...

... life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding ... You assist with any other requests or projects requested by the Center Director or management team.

... life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding ... You assist with any other requests or projects requested by the Center Director or management team.

Therapy Assistant

Edmonton, AB

CA$27.44 - CA$34.39/hr

... of life care) for all ages as well as non-client service provision. This role will require you to ... Therapy Assistant * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Pediatric Community ...

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Physiotherapist Assistant - Calgary - Trico Centre, AB 30 hours per week Panther Sports Medicine ... Flexible hours, which allow work-life balance and focus on quality of life About us Panther Sports ...

SURGICAL ASSISTANT | Calgary, AB *Please note that you will be considered as part of a candidate ... life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding ...

SURGICAL ASSISTANT | Calgary, AB *Please note that you will be considered as part of a candidate ... life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding ...

SURGICAL ASSISTANT | Calgary, AB *Please note that you will be considered as part of a candidate ... life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding ...

Therapy Assistant

Taber, AB · On-site

CA$27.44 - CA$34.39/hr

... of life care) for all ages as well as non-client service provision. This role will require you to ... Classification: Therapy Assistant * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program:

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How much do life assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for life assistant in Alberta is $20.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a life assistant?

Life assistants are professionals who help individuals manage their daily tasks, schedules, and responsibilities to improve productivity and reduce stress. They can assist with a variety of duties, such as organizing appointments, managing household chores, running errands, and providing reminders for important events. Life assistants may work in-person or remotely, depending on the needs of their clients. Their goal is to help clients achieve a better work-life balance and free up time for more important or enjoyable activities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a life assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Life Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, time management abilities, and often a background in administrative support or personal assistance. Familiarity with scheduling software, communication tools, and basic office systems is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, discretion, and proactive problem-solving make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure efficient management of daily tasks, support for clients’ needs, and smooth coordination in dynamic personal or professional environments.

How do life assistants typically manage multiple clients' schedules and tasks without becoming overwhelmed?

Life Assistants often juggle various responsibilities for multiple clients, which requires strong organizational skills and the use of digital tools like calendar apps, task managers, and communication platforms. To stay on top of conflicting deadlines and priorities, many Life Assistants establish clear communication routines, set boundaries, and regularly update task lists. Collaboration with clients and, if applicable, other support staff ensures that expectations are clear and workload remains manageable. This proactive approach helps prevent overwhelm and maintains a high standard of service.

What is the difference between Life Assistant vs Personal Assistant?

AspectLife AssistantPersonal Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; organizational skillsHigh school diploma; strong communication skills
Work EnvironmentVaries; client homes, offices, virtualOffice settings, client homes, virtual
Employer & Industry UsageIndividuals, entrepreneurs, executivesExecutives, professionals, entrepreneurs
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles support busy individuals, a Life Assistant often handles a broader range of personal and lifestyle tasks, whereas a Personal Assistant primarily manages professional scheduling and administrative duties. The roles overlap in skills and work environments, but the scope of responsibilities differs based on client needs.

What are the most commonly searched types of Life jobs in Alberta?

The most popular types of Life jobs in Alberta are:

Infographic showing various Life Assistant job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,624 per year, or $21 per hour.

Child Life Specialist

Alberta Health Services

Edmonton, AB • On-site

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Your Opportunity:

Seeking a compassionate and skilled Certified Child Life Specialist to join an interdisciplinary health care team dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and families through the health care experience. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact by promoting coping, resilience, and development during hospitalization. As a Certified Child Life Specialist, you will plan, develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate therapeutic play and normalization activities that support the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of children and adolescents. Your practice will be grounded in family centered care and evidence informed child life interventions. You will assess patient and family needs and research, plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate play and therapeutic interventions in both individual and group settings. These interventions are designed to reduce stress, support coping with illness and hospitalization, and promote independence and emotional well being. As a valued member of the care team, you will also provide diversionary experiences and special events that promote joy, resilience, and a sense of normalcy within the hospital environment. This position offers the opportunity to combine clinical expertise, creativity, and compassion to deliver family centered, child focused care in a dynamic health care setting.

Description:

As a Child Life Specialist, you will plan, develop, implement, coordinate and evaluate developmental and normalization activities including therapeutic play programs in order to further the social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth of children and adolescents. You will assess, research, plan, implement and evaluate appropriate play and developmental activities/interventions for children and families (both individual and in group settings). You will provide therapeutic play programs designed to reduce stress, help clients cope with hospitalization, promote development and independence. You will help prepare children for diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures through hospital play, demonstrations and discussions and introduce coping strategies and techniques to assist children and families during procedures. You will also provide diversion experiences and facilitate special events.

  • Classification: Child Life Specialist
  • Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
  • Unit and Program: Child Life
  • Primary Location: Stollery Children's Hospital
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
  • FTE: 1.00
  • Posting End Date: 24-AUG-2026
  • Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
  • Date Available: 14-SEP-2026
  • Temporary End Date: 15-SEP-2027
  • Hours per Shift: 9.75
  • Length of Shift in weeks: 2
  • Shifts per cycle: 8
  • Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
  • Days Off: As Per Rotation
  • Minimum Salary: $40.81
  • Maximum Salary: $54.34
  • Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor's degree in Child Life, Education, Psychology or other related field.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Child Life Specialist Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in pediatric cardiology care including critical care is an asset.