Child Life Specialist Job at Boston Children's Hospital (Boston)

Child Life Specialist

At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospi...

Location

United States , Needham

Salary:

52229.00 - 83564.00 USD / Year

Boston Children's Hospital

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life
600-hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist
General skills to resolve problems requiring the use of child development theory, professional child life principles, and experienced‑based knowledge
Well-developed writing skills
Excellent communication skills including conflict resolution to effectively work as a team member
Certification in Child Life Specialist required within 1 year of hire for all new hires

Job Responsibility

Participate in therapeutic activities and programs to meet patients’ psychosocial and developmental needs, and facilitate adjustment to health care experiences in a variety of departments
Serve as member of multidisciplinary team
Delegate work assignments to volunteers and participate in clinical training of student interns

What we offer

Flexible schedules
Affordable health, vision and dental insurance
Child care and student loan subsidies
Generous levels of time off
403(b) Retirement Savings plan
Pension
Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement
Cell phone plan discounts
Discounted rates on T-passes

Fulltime

Child Life Specialist

Provides expert psychosocial, emotional, developmental, and educational support ...

Location

United States , Tucson

Salary:

Not provided

Tucson Medical Center

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year College or University required, preferably in one of the following fields of study: Psychology, Human Development and Family Studies, child life studies
600-hour clinical child life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist required
Must be eligible for Child Life Specialist Certification and must obtain Child Life Specialist Certification within one (1) year of hire
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and listening skills
ability to explain complex medical/treatment information in an age-appropriate manner
Strong organization, planning, and problem-solving skills
ability to manage multiple patients or tasks simultaneously
Emotional resilience and ability to handle the stress of working with children and families in crisis, illness, and death
Ability to adapt interventions to developmental level, family systems, and cultural considerations

Job Responsibility

Performs thorough assessments of patient and family psychosocial, developmental, and educational needs
Explains medical procedures and treatments in developmentally appropriate ways
educates children/families on new diagnoses using appropriate teaching materials
Provides support during medical procedures using distraction techniques, comfort positioning, emotional support, and breathing/relaxation techniques
Facilitates a variety of activities to promote developmental growth
Promotes emotional support, education, and guidance to families at end of life to help children understand the dying process and cope with loss
Participates in interdisciplinary rounds, and collaborates with nursing, physicians, social work, etc.
Coordinates or facilitates special events and special visitors to support normal traditions and enhance a sense of control and wellbeing in pediatric patients
Orients, trains, supervise, and evaluates child life practicum students and pediatric volunteers
Documents assessments, interventions and outcomes

Parttime

Certified Child Life Specialist

Baptist Health is seeking a compassionate and certified Child Life Specialist to...

Location

United States , Jacksonville

Salary:

Not provided

Baptist Health (Florida)

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field
Completion of a Child Life Internship (must have been completed within the past year)
Child Life Certification (CCLS) – or eligibility to obtain within 18 months of hire
Strong knowledge of pediatric healthcare, child development, and clinical best practices
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for family-centered care
1-2 years Child Life Experience Preferred
Less than 1 year Child Life Internship Required
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required

Job Responsibility

Provide individualized child life assessments, coping support, and procedural preparation to children and families
Use evidence-based child development theories and play therapy techniques to meet emotional, social, and developmental needs
Deliver pre- and post-procedural education and age-appropriate support for a wide range of medical treatments
Facilitate therapeutic play activities, distraction techniques, and emotional safety measures during medical procedures
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary care teams to develop and implement personalized care plans
Promote family-centered care, advocacy, and inclusion in healthcare decision-making

What we offer

Eligible for Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Fulltime

Child Life Specialist

Baptist Health is seeking a compassionate and certified Child Life Specialist to...

Location

United States , Jacksonville

Salary:

Not provided

Baptist Health (Florida)

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field
Completion of a Child Life Internship (must have been completed within the past year)
Child Life Certification (CCLS) – or eligibility to obtain within 18 months of hire
Strong knowledge of pediatric healthcare, child development, and clinical best practices
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for family-centered care
1-2 years Child Life Experience Preferred
Less than 1 year Child Life Internship Required
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required

Job Responsibility

Provide individualized child life assessments, coping support, and procedural preparation to children and families
Use evidence-based child development theories and play therapy techniques to meet emotional, social, and developmental needs
Deliver pre- and post-procedural education and age-appropriate support for a wide range of medical treatments
Facilitate therapeutic play activities, distraction techniques, and emotional safety measures during medical procedures
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary care teams to develop and implement personalized care plans
Promote family-centered care, advocacy, and inclusion in healthcare decision-making

What we offer

Eligible for Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Fulltime

New

Certified Child Life Specialist

Provides information, education, support and guidance to parents, siblings and o...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

25.30 - 37.95 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Human Growth and Development, Education, Psychology or a related field of study
Experience with completion of student placement/internship in a Child Life Program in a healthcare setting required
Current Child Life Certification required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
Good organization and time management skills are required
Must have successfully completed a Child Life Internship and either have Child Life Specialist Certification in place or eligible/pending completion

Job Responsibility

Plans, implements, and evaluates short and long term goals to support the psychosocial and developmental needs of the pediatric and neonatal patients
Works with the multidisciplinary team to provide education to patients and families and to formulate and implement a plan of care
Collaborates with appropriate departments when planning and implementing special activities and events that assist the patient and family with normalizing their hospital experience
Serves as a patient and family advocate through the philosophy of family centered care
Assists with planning, presenting and evaluating in-service education
Works with the Child Life Assistants and Volunteer Services to on-board and evaluate volunteers as needed
Provides education and supervision of student interns for the Child Life Department
Assists with on-boarding and mentoring of new teammates and Child Life interns

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Sign-on bonus eligible
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Pediatric Music Therapist

Provides direct assessment, consultation and delivery of pediatric music therapy...

Location

United States , Park Ridge

Salary:

26.55 - 39.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Board Certification eligible
Must be MT-BC through Certification Board for Music Therapists within six months of hire
Bachelors Degree in Music Therapy (Masters Degree preferred)
Field of Study: Music Therapy with board certification
Completed Music Therapy Internship per AMTA guidelines
Preferred 1-2 years of pediatric experience
Ability to function in a multidisciplinary environment while providing direct patient/family care
Ability to establish supportive relationships with children and their families and maintain rapport
Experience and comfort working with hospitalized children, patients diagnosed with mental illness, developmental delay, and/or who display challenging behaviors in individual and group contexts
Ability to adapt interventions to meet the needs of patients with special needs

Job Responsibility

Provides direct assessment, consultation and delivery of pediatric music therapy services
Responds to referrals from physicians, nursing, child life specialists, art therapists, chaplains, and other hospital staff for group and individual sessions
Leads and supervises individual and group sessions on all pediatric and neonatal intensive care units
Determines, designs, and implements pediatric music therapy interventions to address the needs of the patients and families at various developmental levels
Provides music therapy to address the treatment goals of pediatric patients and/or families
Communicates with all members of the healthcare team in order to provide a holistic approach to the care of the patients and families
Interprets and promotes the therapeutic benefits of music therapy to the multidisciplinary team throughout AAH and to the broader community
Keeps up to date on current trends and practices and educates staff across numerous disciplines regarding developmental concerns and benefits of music therapy
Develops and implements program objectives, assesses program outcomes and makes recommendations for improvements
Effectively incorporates music technology and other sound media to provide support and legacy building to pediatric patients and families

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Parttime

Children's Support Specialist

Join Our Team as a Children's Support Specialist! We empower children and young ...

Location

United Kingdom , Wakefield

Salary:

13.50 - 14.50 GBP / Hour

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A genuine passion for helping children thrive
Patience, creativity, and strong communication skills
Experience working with children or in a care/education role is essential
Ability to work flexibly and as part of a supportive, collaborative team

Job Responsibility

Provide one-to-one and group support to children and young people, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Encourage social, emotional, and educational development in a safe, nurturing environment
Plan and deliver engaging activities that build confidence, independence, and life skills
Work closely with families, schools, and colleagues to ensure each child receives the best possible support

What we offer

Competitive pay and benefits
Fully funded training and career development opportunities
A rewarding role where every day makes a difference
Be part of a dynamic, friendly, and inspiring team

Fulltime

Family Solicitor

Join a Legal 500 specialist firm dedicated to supporting families through times ...

Location

United Kingdom , Berkshire

Salary:

45000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3-4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in family law
Proven ability to manage a diverse caseload, from child custody to divorce settlements
Exceptional communication skills, with an ability to empathise and engage with clients from various backgrounds
Strong teamwork mentality, alongside the capability to work independently when required
Knowledge and experience in collaborating with external agencies for the betterment of client outcomes

Job Responsibility

Work with a renowned Legal 500 specialist firm
Contribute to life-changing outcomes for families
Manage a diverse caseload, from child custody to divorce settlements
Collaborate with external agencies for the betterment of client outcomes

What we offer

Competitive salary range
Generous bonus scheme
Inclusive and supportive workplace environment

Fulltime

Child Life Specialist

Boston Children's Hospital

Location:
United States , Boston

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
December 27, 2025

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