Child Life Specialist (Multiple Openings/Units)

Boston Children's Hospital
dental insurance, 403(b)
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Nov 14, 2024
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. Boston Children's Hospital, a world-renowned leader in pediatric clinical care, is currently searching for Child Life Specialists across a variety of areas, including our satellite locations in Weymouth and Waltham. Child Life Specialists work to enhance patients' emotional, social, and cognitive growth during a hospital visit, taking into consideration each child's family, culture, and developmental needs. They use developmental interventions and play to help patients and families adjust to and understand their health care experiences. We currently have positions available in the following areas: NICU Medical/Surgical ICU General Medicine Emergency Department Dialysis To qualify, you must have: BA degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in Child Life. Completion of 600-hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist. 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. Child Life Certification is required within one year of hire Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork. #LI-POST #LI-Onsite LI LILILI 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.