Entry-Level Child Life Specialist – Pediatrics

TALENT Software Services; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT Software Services in Tulsa, OK, seeks a Child Life Specialist to plan, implement, and evaluate programs for hospitalized children and families. You’ll work with a healthcare team to create developmentally appropriate activities and document assessments in the medical record.

The role emphasizes education, volunteer supervision, and community outreach, with a path to CCLS certification within a year and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in child life, child development, or related field.
• Completion of a 480-hour child life internship or fellowship.
• CCLS certification required or must be obtained within one year of employment.
• 0–1 year of experience in child development; healthcare experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess the individual needs of children and families to plan developmentally and therapeutically appropriate activities.
• Document child life assessments, observations, and recommendations in the medical record.
• Orient and supervise volunteers in providing ongoing play and developmental activities.
• Participate in marketing, public relations, and community-based activities related to children's health.
• Support research and implementation of evidence-based practice.
• Maintain educational and clinical expertise by reviewing professional materials, attending conferences/workshops, and networking with other child life programs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in child life/child development or related field

480-hour child life internship or fellowship

Master's degree in child life studies (preferred)

CCLS certification

Job description

TALENT Software Services in Tulsa, OK, seeks a Child Life Specialist to plan, implement, and evaluate programs for hospitalized children and families. You’ll work with a healthcare team to create developmentally appropriate activities and document assessments in the medical record.

The role emphasizes education, volunteer supervision, and community outreach, with a path to CCLS certification within a year and collaboration across departments.