Child Life Specialist

Hospital for Special Surgery; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospital recognized for excellence in orthopedics and rheumatology. As a Senior Certified Child Life Specialist, you'll provide essential emotional and psychosocial support to pediatric patients and families, working in an innovative and supportive environment dedicated to the highest standards of care.

Qualifications

• Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) required.
• 4+ years of hospital experience in Child Life preferred; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of Child Life practices, including play materials and pain management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deliver child life services to pediatric patients and families.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Plan therapeutic play activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Child Life or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

How you move is why we’re here.
Now more than ever.

Get back to what you need and love to do.
The possibilities are endless...

Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us find exceptional talent—candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.

If this describes you, then let’s talk!

HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive this distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS to be an innovative, supportive, and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Range: The base pay scale for this position is $72,500.00 - $110,375.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The final salary will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and Fair Market Value evaluation. The listed range is a good faith estimate at the time of posting and may be adjusted in the future.

What You Will Be Doing

Senior Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)

Pediatrics – Lerner Children’s Pavilion

Position Summary

The Senior Child Life Specialist will deliver child life services to pediatric patients and families, providing emotional and psychosocial support for hospitalized and ambulatory children in group settings and at the bedside. Responsibilities include developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for developmentally appropriate preparation and support, as well as planning therapeutic play activities. This role collaborates with Child Life Specialists and the Pediatric Leadership Team to address the department's Child Life needs comprehensively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Life or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
• 4+ years of hospital experience in Child Life or related fields preferred; new graduates are encouraged to apply
• Knowledge of Child Life practices, including appropriate play and art materials, techniques, and non-pharmacological pain management and stress reduction methods
• Strong communication skills with families and patients
• Excellent planning and organizational skills

Non-Discrimination Policy

Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high-quality care and compassionate service in a safe and healing environment. We admit and treat patients without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law or accreditation standards.