Child Life Specialist | Pediatric | $5k Sign-On Relo | certification support (up to 18 months)
The Child Life Specialist at Confidential Client provides psychosocial and developmental assessments and support to pediatric patients and their families, promoting effective coping and emotional growth. This role involves planning age-appropriate interventions, advocating for child development, and overseeing volunteer and intern programs within the Children's Center. The position requires certification or eligibility for certification as a Child Life Specialist and contributes to enhancing quality pediatric care in a leading regional healthcare system.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a Pediatric Child Life Specialist to provide developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed psychosocial care to pediatric patients and their families. You will assess needs, design therapeutic interventions to promote coping and emotional growth, and support families through medical experiences.
- Provide psychosocial and developmental assessments for pediatric patients and families
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate therapeutic and educational interventions to reduce stress and support coping during healthcare experiences
- Provide bereavement support, procedural preparation and pain-coping interventions as needed
- Document interventions and outcomes in the medical record and communicate with the interdisciplinary team
- Supervise and mentor student interns and practicum students; oversee volunteer programming in The Children’s Center
- Serve as a child development resource and advocate within pediatric units
Key Responsibilities
- Develop play-based and therapeutic activities to support cognitive and emotional development
- Support family-centered care through education, advocacy and resource referrals
- Collaborate with nursing, medical staff, and allied health professionals to integrate psychosocial care into patient plans
- Maintain program documentation, track outcomes, and participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Assist with onboarding and training of volunteers and interns associated with child life services
Required Qualifications
- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Child Life (Master’s in Child Life or Human Development preferred)
- Completion of a full-time child life internship (minimum 450 hours) in a pediatric setting under a Certified Child Life Specialist
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary pediatric environment
- Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
Certifications & Licensing
- Must be certified as a Child Life Specialist by the Child Life Council or be eligible and obtain certification within 18 months of hire
- Maintain required professional affiliations and verifications as required by the Child Life Council
Compensation & Work Type
- Estimated pay: $82,660 per year (estimated)
- This role is listed as Contract and Full Time
- Position may be eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance when eligibility conditions are met
- Certification support available for up to 18 months to assist candidates who are eligible but not yet certified
Conditions of Employment
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment checks, which may include drug screening, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential/license verification
- Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace; reasonable accommodations available during the hiring process upon request
Why Join Confidential Client
- Work in a large, community-focused healthcare system serving a multi-county region with advanced pediatric services and a supportive interdisciplinary team
- Gain professional development and certification support, mentorship opportunities for students and interns, and access to clinical resources across specialties
- Competitive estimated compensation with sign-on and relocation incentives where applicable
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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