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Child Life Specialist

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

The Child Life Specialist, as part of the ACH site wide Child Life Service, ensures their clinical ... management and coping techniques, and the principles of family centered care in interacting and ...

Monitors assigned caseload of clients participating in a short-term life management program; establishes program plan/goals and evaluates client's progress by conducting routine meetings with client ...

A Day in the Life: * Manage day-to-day treasury and cash management activities, ensuring sufficient liquidity is available to support operational and financial obligations. * Develop and maintain ...

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Facilitate all workshops which include Life Management Workshops, Employability Workshops and Career Planning and Job Search Workshops * Lead participants to success by creating a personalized ...

Facilitate all workshops which include Life Management Workshops, Employability Workshops and Career Planning and Job Search Workshops * Lead participants to success by creating a personalized ...

Be part of a team of 2-5 engineers working to build, maintain, and integrate our AR (Augmented Reality) and CLM (Content Life Management) solutions for customers across the aviation and aerospace ...

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Life Manager information

What is a life manager?

Life Managers are professionals who help individuals organize, manage, and optimize various aspects of their personal and professional lives. They offer support with tasks such as time management, goal setting, personal organization, and sometimes even household management or concierge services. Life Managers work closely with clients to identify priorities, create actionable plans, and provide accountability, allowing clients to focus on what matters most to them. Their services can be tailored to meet individual needs, making them valuable for anyone seeking to improve productivity or achieve a better work-life balance.

How does a life manager typically collaborate with clients and other professionals to achieve client goals?

A Life Manager works closely with clients to understand their personal and professional objectives, then collaborates with a network of specialists such as financial advisors, wellness coaches, and organizational experts to provide holistic support. Regular check-ins and open communication are key to ensuring that goals are met and adjustments are made as needed. The role often involves project management, scheduling, and resource coordination, helping clients streamline their lives and focus on what matters most. Teamwork and adaptability are essential, as Life Managers must frequently liaise between clients and external service providers.

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

To thrive as a Life Manager, you need strong organizational abilities, time management, and problem-solving skills, often supported by experience in administrative assistance or personal concierge roles. Familiarity with scheduling software, digital calendars, and productivity tools is essential for efficiently coordinating tasks and managing clients’ needs. Outstanding interpersonal communication, discretion, and adaptability help build trust and tailor services to individual preferences. These skills are crucial for delivering seamless support and enhancing clients’ quality of life in a dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Life Manager vs Personal Assistant?

AspectLife ManagerPersonal Assistant
CredentialsVaries; often no formal certification, but organizational skills preferredOften has administrative training or experience
Work EnvironmentPrivate clients, households, or executivesCorporate offices, executives' homes, or remote
Employer & IndustryIndividuals, families, or high-net-worth clientsBusinesses, executives, or entrepreneurs
Primary FocusManaging personal schedules, errands, and lifestyle tasksHandling administrative tasks, scheduling, and correspondence

While both roles involve organization and support, a Life Manager focuses on managing personal and lifestyle needs, whereas a Personal Assistant primarily handles administrative and office-related tasks. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and environment.

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

The most popular types of Life jobs in Alberta are:

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For Life Manager jobs in Alberta, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Life Manager jobs in Alberta look for?

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What cities in Alberta are hiring for Life Manager jobs?

Cities in Alberta with the most Life Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Life Manager job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Child Life Specialist

Calgary, AB • On-site

Alberta Health Services
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assess and plan appropriate play and developmental activities/interventions for children and families.

  • Implement therapeutic play programs to reduce stress, help children cope with hospitalization, and promote development and independence.

  • Prepare children for diagnostic, medical, and surgical procedures through hospital play, demonstrations, and discussions.


Job description

Your Opportunity:

The Alberta Children's Hospital (ACH) is a warm & vibrant workplace, with team members providing service to children & their families in inpatient units & ambulatory clinics. The Child Life Specialist, as part of the ACH site wide Child Life Service, ensures their clinical practice is patient/family centered, maximizes the child's physical and emotional health through activities and interventions that are evidence based, research informed and aligned with program and clinic services. The Child Life Specialist is responsible for assessment and interventions which support children and their families with coping and adjustment in the hospital setting across emergency, inpatient, and outpatient services. This individual will have the skills required to utilize knowledge of infant/child/adolescent development, the impact of hospitalization on children, pain management and coping techniques, and the principles of family centered care in interacting and intervening with pediatric patients. The Child Life Specialist works as part of an interdisciplinary team providing therapeutic interventions in response to referrals and within the context of regular program offerings. This position will be based out of inpatient and ambulatory settings.

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: Alberta Children's Hospital
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
  • FTE: 0.74
  • Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2026
  • Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
  • Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
  • Temporary End Date: 10-JAN-2028
  • Hours per Shift: 6.75/7.75
  • Length of Shift in weeks: 4
  • Shifts per cycle: 15
  • Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
  • 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:

ACLP (Association of Child Life Professionals) Child Life certification required. Minimum 1-3 years of experience working as a Child Life Specialist in a pediatric acute health care setting. Demonstrated skills in non-pharmacological pain management techniques used to assist children and youth. Demonstrated experience with procedural preparation and supporting children/youth through painful procedures. Demonstrated experience prioritizing referrals from multiple program areas/units. Experience planning and facilitating therapeutic group programs for children and youth. Volunteer training and supervision experience. Demonstrated ability to teach and deliver education material to families in an engaging and meaningful way. Demonstrated ability to function independently and within a multidisciplinary team environment. Demonstrated understanding of a Family Centered Care service delivery model. Clinical experience and education working with trauma, grief and loss.

Preferred Qualifications:

Medical Hypnosis training, demonstrating ability to apply techniques of medical hypnosis with children/youth in a variety of clinical settings within the hospital. Motivational Interviewing training.