Child Life Specialist (Per diem)

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Child Life Specialist to join their team. This role focuses on providing essential support to pediatric patients and their families, ensuring they navigate healthcare experiences with compassion and understanding. You will engage in therapeutic activities, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and play a vital role in the emotional well-being of young patients. If you are passionate about child development and have the required certifications, this is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Child Development or related field with a concentration in child life.
• 600-hour Child Life internship under supervision of a certified child life specialist.

Responsibilities

• Participate in therapeutic activities to meet patients' psychosocial needs.
• Provide coping support for patients and families facing trauma.

Skills

Child Development Theory

Conflict Resolution

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Development

Child Life Certification

600-hour Child Life Internship

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.

We are currently recruiting for a per diem Child Life Specialist to provide coverage in a variety of pediatric settings, including inpatient units, outpatient clinics, radiology, phlebotomy, pediatric surgery, and the emergency department. Must have current Child Life certification.

This Per diem Child Life Specialist will be responsible for:

• Participating in therapeutic activities and programs to meet patients' psychosocial and developmental needs, and facilitating adjustment to health care experiences for patients.
• Serving as member of multidisciplinary team.
• Providing coping support for patients and families when faced with trauma/grief
• Delegating work assignments to volunteers and participating in clinical training of student interns.
• Working on-call as needed to cover for staff vacations and vacancies.

To qualify, you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life.
• 600-hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist.
• Child Life certification is required.
• General skills to resolve problems requiring the use of child development theory, professional child life principles, and experiencedbased knowledge.
• Well-developed writing skills, and excellent communication skills including conflict resolution to effectively work as a team member.

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

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