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Child Life Specialist I

United States, Jacksonville · Job Posted June 09, 2026
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Requirements

  • BS
  • Child Life Internship
  • Child Life Experience
  • Driver's License
  • Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

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  • Bachelor of Arts/Science (BA/BS) required
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  • College Degree - 4 year Child Life or related field of study (required)
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  • Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life
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