About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

The Confidential Client is seeking a Child Life Specialist I to provide developmentally appropriate therapeutic play, education, and psychosocial support to pediatric patients and their families. This role acts as a departmental leader, mentors trainees, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to improve the patient and family experience.

• Demonstrate advanced skill in assessment of developmental and psychosocial needs for children and families.
• Deliver purposeful medical play and therapeutic interventions to support coping during procedures and hospital visits.
• Observe and document patient/family responses and outcomes from interventions.
• Plan, order, and maintain materials and equipment that support therapeutic and educational activities within budgetary guidance.
• Serve as a resource to families and healthcare team members regarding child life services and community resources.
• Supervise and mentor interns, volunteers, and students; contribute to staff development and training.
• Participate in program evaluation, hospital and community committees, and departmental quality improvement.
• Promote effective communication and team building that respects patient dignity and diversity.
• Support the Manager in day-to-day department management and assume departmental responsibilities as needed.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Life or a related field (required); Master’s degree preferred.
• Completion of a 600-hour child life internship under the supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist (required).
• Previous experience working with children and using therapeutic play materials is required; 1 year of experience preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain Child Life Certification (CCLS) within 1 year of hire.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and educational-development knowledge.

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Schedule & Employment Type

• Employment type: Full time, Contract (as listed)
• Multiple shifts available
• Estimated compensation: $42,370 per year (estimated by source; actual pay provided by Confidential Client)

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Why Join

• Make a measurable impact on pediatric patients’ hospital experience through therapeutic play and family-centered care.
• Lead and mentor within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunities for professional growth, program development, and community engagement.

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Additional Information & Compliance

• This posting follows standard U.S. hiring practices and is open to applicants who meet the listed qualifications.
• Confidential Client will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities in compliance with federal and state law.
• This role is located in San Antonio, TX.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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