Child Life Specialist — Per Diem, Flexible Schedule

Doral Medical and Multi Specialty Facility LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,239 - 121,401; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive healthcare environment

Flexible scheduling options

Opportunity to work with a compassionate team

Job summary

Doral Medical and Multi Specialty Facility LLC in New York, NY is seeking a passionate Child Life Specialist to support children facing challenging health situations. In this role, you will conduct therapeutic sessions, design programs for pediatric patients, and work closely with a team of healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates are certified and have experience with medically fragile populations. This position offers competitive compensation at $75 per hour, with flexible scheduling options available.

Qualifications

• Certified Child Life Specialist with certification through the Child Life Council.
• Experience working with the Medically Fragile pediatric population is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group sessions to support children in coping with their healthcare experiences.
• Design and implement therapeutic programs to meet the emotional and developmental needs of pediatric patients.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
• Maintain detailed, accurate records of therapy sessions, patient progress, and outcomes.
• Foster a safe, nurturing environment that encourages children to express their feelings and develop coping strategies.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience with Medically Fragile pediatric population

Ability to design therapeutic programs

Education

Certified Child Life Specialist

Job description

Doral Medical and Multi Specialty Facility LLC in New York, NY is seeking a passionate Child Life Specialist to support children facing challenging health situations. In this role, you will conduct therapeutic sessions, design programs for pediatric patients, and work closely with a team of healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates are certified and have experience with medically fragile populations. This position offers competitive compensation at $75 per hour, with flexible scheduling options available.