Part-Time Child Life Specialist — Pediatric Care

Nemours; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and salaried position

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Clinical ladder

Team growth alongside hospital growth

Job summary

Nemours is seeking a part-time Child Life Specialist (20 hours per week) to join our team in Wilmington, DE. The role involves direct assessment and clinical interventions for patients and families in alignment with Child Life Competencies, with credentialing through CLCC.

Responsibilities include interdisciplinary collaboration, program development, and ongoing professional growth. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Child Life, internship experience, and certification eligibility or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Child Life required; Master’s preferred but not required.
• Have completed or in progress of completing 600-hour Child Life internship under supervision of a Child Life Specialist.
• Certified Child Life Specialist and/or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist; Certification must be obtained within two exam administration periods.
• Must be certification eligible.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate entry level through emerging expertise in ACLP clinical competency knowledge areas through observation and supervision.
• Demonstrate outstanding communication skills and effectively navigate fast paced environments while maintaining high level of customer service.
• Hold strong competence in child life philosophy, aligning with departmental mission and vision.
• Serve as an interdisciplinary expert in psychosocial care and development of children of all ages while individualizing care for each patient.
• Collaborate with other departments or groups as applicable (Volunteer Department, Security, Creative Arts, community partners).
• Support the department and clinical leadership in staff development, continuous improvement, and program development.
• Promote a department culture valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion across ages and abilities.
• Represent the department on unit committees and hospital projects with department leadership approval.
• Stay up to date with departmental education and Nemours mandatory requirements.
• Maintain personal and professional growth and development; participate in clinical advancement programs as applicable.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Life

Job description

Nemours is seeking a part-time Child Life Specialist (20 hours per week) to join our team in Wilmington, DE. The role involves direct assessment and clinical interventions for patients and families in alignment with Child Life Competencies, with credentialing through CLCC.

Responsibilities include interdisciplinary collaboration, program development, and ongoing professional growth. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Child Life, internship experience, and certification eligibility or