Child Life Program Coordinator: Mercy St. Louis

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shift

Comprehensive benefits starting Day 1

Tuition reimbursement & professional发展

Job summary

Mercy Children's Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Part-Time Child Life Program Coordinator (CCLS) to lead and advance pediatric programs across the system.

You will oversee specialized child life initiatives, mentor teams, and partner with clinical and administrative leaders to align services with family-centered care. This role emphasizes evidence-based practice, education for interdisciplinary teams, and collaboration across Mercy locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Child Life is required.
• Completion of a Child Life internship is required.
• Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) is required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Three or more years of Child Life experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, coordination, and ongoing growth of Child Life programs.
• Develop resources, tools, and support materials for patients and families.
• Evaluate program outcomes and drive improvement initiatives.
• Communicate program goals and needs to leadership and stakeholders.
• Design and deliver educational programs for interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide training and support for Child Life staff, healthcare professionals, patients, and families.
• Serve as subject matter expert in evidence-based Child Life practice.
• Partner with leaders across Mercy Children's for program continuity across locations.
• Assist with budget oversight, expense monitoring, and grant-writing efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Educational program design

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Advocacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Child Life

Child Life internship

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Child Life Program Coordinator (CCLS)

Part-Time | Days

Mercy Children's Hospital St. Louis

Make a Lasting Impact Beyond the Bedside

Are you a passionate Certified Child Life Specialist ready to lead, innovate, and shape the future of pediatric care? At Mercy Children's Hospital St. Louis, we're seeking an experienced Child Life professional to serve as our Child Life Program Coordinator, helping develop and advance programs that support children and families through some of life's most challenging moments.

This is more than a Child Life role. It's an opportunity to influence strategy, champion evidence-based practice, mentor teams, and create meaningful experiences for pediatric patients across our organization.

Why Mercy?

• Recently enhanced compensation that reflects the expertise and value of Child Life professionals
• Day shift schedule
• Comprehensive benefits starting Day One
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Collaborative pediatric leadership team
• Opportunities to lead innovative programming and system-wide initiatives
• Mission-driven culture focused on compassionate care

What You'll Do

As the Child Life Program Coordinator, you'll provide leadership and oversight for specialized Child Life programs while serving as a trusted resource for patients, families, staff, and leaders.

Program Leadership

• Lead the implementation, coordination, and ongoing growth of Child Life programs
• Develop innovative resources, tools, and support materials for patients and families
• Evaluate program outcomes and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Communicate program goals, outcomes, and needs to leadership and stakeholders

Education & Mentorship

• Design and deliver educational programs for interdisciplinary teams
• Provide training and support for Child Life staff, healthcare professionals, patients, and families
• Serve as a subject matter expert in evidence-based Child Life practice

Collaboration & Advocacy

• Partner with leaders and interdisciplinary teams across Mercy Children's
• Advocate for patient- and family-centered care initiatives
• Support program implementation and continuity across multiple Mercy locations

Program Operations

• Assist with budget oversight, expense monitoring, supply management, and grant-writing efforts
• Ensure responsible stewardship of department resources

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Child Life
• Completion of a Child Life internship

Required Certifications

• Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire

Experience

• Three or more years of Child Life experience

Ideal Candidate

You are:

• An experienced Child Life professional who thrives in a leadership role
• Passionate about program development and innovation
• Comfortable educating multidisciplinary teams
• Skilled at building relationships across departments
• Organized, self-directed, and driven to improve patient and family experiences

Bring Your Expertise. Expand Your Impact.

Your experience can help shape the future of Child Life services for children and families throughout Mercy Children's Hospital St. Louis.

Join a team where your voice is valued, your expertise is recognized, and your work creates meaningful change every day.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.