Certified Child Life Specialist

Visiting Nurse Association of Texas; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great PTO package

Flexible work environment

Continuing education opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A Texas-based healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate Child Life Specialist in Fort Worth. The role involves creating developmental plans and facilitating therapeutic interventions for children and families coping with illness. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited program, certification as a Child Life Specialist, and at least one year of relevant experience. The position offers competitive pay and robust benefits including health insurance and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Certification as a Child Life Specialist is mandatory.
• One year of experience in a similar role is required.
• One year of experience as a Child Life Specialist is preferred.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a developmental plan for children and families.
• Help families cope with terminal illness stress.
• Coordinate family involvement in community activities.

Skills

Compassionate support

Therapeutic interventions

Coping strategies for illness

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program

Child Life Specialist Professional Certification

Job description

We are searching for a compassionate CERTIFIED Child Life Specialist to join our team. Are you skilled in helping children and their families navigate illness and end-of-life decisions? Your ability to create a supportive environment will make a profound difference.

Enjoy competitive pay, great PTO package, floating holidays, great benefits: medical, dental, vision, short term and long-term disability, life insurance, retirement plan with 6% company match and 3-year vesting, continuing education, tuition reimbursement, employee loan program with zero interest repayment plan, flexible work environment, and much more.

Job Summary

Primary function is to provide a developmental plan for the facilitation of therapeutic interventions with children and their families. Responsible for helping children and families cope with the stress and grief of terminal illness. Ensures the coordination of children and families in community activities.

Job Classification

Clinical

Lines of Authority

Reports to Director, Family Care Services

Job Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program.
• Licensure/certification: Child Life Specialist Professional Certification
• Other requirements: Texas Driver’s License, Valid auto insurance
• Experience: One (1) year experience as a Child Life Specialist
• Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Works in patient homes in various conditions. Occasional exposure to infectious diseases; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Effort

Prolonged standing, walking and sitting required; requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/family needs; and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/family psychosocial needs. Must provide hepatitis acceptance/declination, proof of Tb test.

Criminal History

Must pass background checks