Pediatric Child Life Specialist: Healing Play

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc.; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Child Life Specialist to support hospitalized children and their families with developmentally appropriate activities and interventions.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in child life or related field and completion of a child life internship or fellowship. The ideal candidate will hold a CCLS certification or commit to completing certification within one year, with 0–1 year of related experience and strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in child life, child development, or related field.
• Completion of a 480-hour child life internship or fellowship; 600-hour stated in some texts may vary by program.
• CCLS certification or must complete certification within 1 year of employment.
• 0–1 year experience in child development; healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs of children and families to plan developmentally appropriate activities.
• Document assessments and progress in medical record.
• Orient/supervise volunteers to provide play and developmental activities.
• Participate in marketing, public relations, and community child health activities.
• Support research and implementation of evidence-based practice.
• Maintain professional expertise through literature, conferences, and networking.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in child life/related field

480-hour internship/fellowship

Master's degree preparation preferred

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Child Life Specialist to support hospitalized children and their families with developmentally appropriate activities and interventions.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in child life or related field and completion of a child life internship or fellowship. The ideal candidate will hold a CCLS certification or commit to completing certification within one year, with 0–1 year of related experience and strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with