Child Life Specialist (MSICU)

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Child Life Specialist to support patients and families in high acuity medical settings. This part-time role involves facilitating therapeutic activities and education, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and Child Life Certification. Join a diverse team committed to improving patient experiences and outcomes.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Affordable health, vision, and dental insurance

Child care and student loan subsidies

Generous time off

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Pension

Tuition reimbursement

License and Certification reimbursement

Cell phone plan discounts

Discounted T-pass rates

Qualifications

• Completion of a 600-hour Child Life internship required.
• Child Life Certification needed within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Support patients and families in high acuity units through therapeutic activities.
• Facilitate coping and education related to the hospital experience.
• Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong writing skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Development or related field

Child Life Certification

Job description

Job Posting Description

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

Position: Child Life Specialist (20 hours/week)

Responsibilities

• Support patients and families in our high acuity Medical and Surgical Intensive Care (MSICU) units through therapeutic activities.
• Participate in activities that support patients facing trauma, grief, complicated diagnoses, and highly acute medical situations.
• Facilitate coping, preparation, and education related to the hospital experience as part of a team of Child Life Specialists.
• Engage in therapeutic activities and programs to meet psychosocial and developmental needs and assist patients in adjusting to healthcare experiences.
• Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team.
• Delegate work assignments to volunteers and participate in clinical training of student interns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life.
• Completion of a 600-hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist.
• Problem-solving skills utilizing child development theory, professional child life principles, and experienced-based knowledge.
• Strong writing and communication skills, including conflict resolution, to work effectively as part of a team.
• Child Life Certification required within 1 year of hire.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits, including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision, and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition reimbursement, License and Certification reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts, and discounted T-pass rates. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Note: Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, unless eligible for a medical or religious exemption.

Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.