Child Life Specialist

• 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

• 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

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