Child Life Specialist: Flexible Schedules & Family Support

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Child Life Specialist to participate in therapeutic activities, support psychosocial development, and help patients adjust to health care experiences. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with physicians, nurses, social work, and volunteers to provide compassionate care.

The role serves patients from birth to young adulthood and involves facilitating coping, coordinating with families, and contributing to programs across inpatient

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with a concentration in child life.
• 600-hour Child Life internship under supervision of a certified CL specialist.
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication abilities.
• Certified Child Life Specialist within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Participating in therapeutic activities to meet psychosocial needs and aid adjustment.
• Serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Providing support to patients from birth to young adulthood and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Development / Child Life

600-hour Child Life internship

Job description

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Child Life Specialist to participate in therapeutic activities, support psychosocial development, and help patients adjust to health care experiences. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with physicians, nurses, social work, and volunteers to provide compassionate care.

The role serves patients from birth to young adulthood and involves facilitating coping, coordinating with families, and contributing to programs across inpatient