Child Life Specialist II

Novant Health Careers; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Child Life Specialist II at Novant Health, located in Charlotte, NC. This pivotal role focuses on delivering emotional and developmental support to pediatric patients and their families. You will engage in mentorship and program development within a multidisciplinary team, enhancing the experience of young patients during their medical journeys. Novant Health fosters a supportive environment, offering opportunities for professional growth while positively impacting children's lives.

Benefits

Supportive and Inclusive Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

Impactful Work

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Certified Child Life Specialist required.
• Certification from the Association of Child Life Professionals required.

Responsibilities

• Implement child life programs to reduce stress and anxiety.
• Mentor and support new Child Life staff.
• Create and coordinate child life programs.

Skills

Patient Support

Emotional Support

Team Collaboration

Advocacy

Education

4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Child Development, Psychology

Graduate Degree

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Job Summary

Job Summary

Certification - Association of Child Life Professionals, required.

Location: Huntersville Medical Center

Department: Child Life Center, Emergency

Hours: 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM, 4 days per week. Rotating weekends

About The Role

As a Child Life Specialist, you will provide emotional, developmental, and therapeutic support to pediatric patients and families, helping them navigate medical, surgical, and diagnostic experiences. This senior role includes mentorship, program development, and leadership opportunities within our multidisciplinary team.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and Inclusive Work Environment - We prioritize teamwork, diversity, and professional growth.
• Career Advancement - Opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and specialized training.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits - Including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
• Impactful Work - Be part of a team that improves the lives of children and families every day and lead and mentor as a senior-level Child Life Specialist.
  
  

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At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Patient & Family Support - Implement child life programs to reduce stress, anxiety, and trauma during hospitalization.
• Clinical Leadership - Mentor, train, and support new and existing Child Life staff.
• Program Development - Create and coordinate new child life programs for enhanced patient care.
• Education & Advocacy - Work with schools and organizations to educate about patient conditions, treatment plans, and emotional well-being.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration - Educate healthcare teams on best practices for pediatric patient care.
• Research & Development - Contribute to research projects and present at conferences on Child Life topics.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Recreational Therapy, Psychology, or related field, required. Graduate Degree, preferred.
• Experience: 5 years, required. A total of 10,400 hours as a Certified Child Life specialist or 8,320 hours.
• Licensure/Certification: Certification - Assoc of Child Life Professionals, required.
  
  

Job Opening ID

76386

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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