Child Life Specialist Full Time

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Find your calling at Mercy!
Provide intervention to educate, prepare and support children through tests and procedures. Plan, implement and supervise activities and special events to normalize hospital environment and promote socialization and normal development. Advocate for special of families and patients. Promote the role of parents and the philosophy of patient and family centered care. Supervise students and volunteers.

Position Details:

A Child Life Specialist degree refers to the college education and training needed to become a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)—a healthcare professional who helps children and families cope with illness, injury, hospitalization, and medical procedures. This is a requirement to apply for the role.

** A completed child life internship is required.

Required Education:

Bachelors of Science or Bachelors of Arts in related Child Life field and internship in appropriate area required.

Experience:

2 years experience in child related education or medical care facility is preferred.

Certifications:

BLS (Basic Life Support) through American Heart Association is required upon hire.
Must possess or acquire certification through Association for Child Life Professionals as a Certified Child Life Specialist within 1 year of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment.

Other Skills:

Strong background in child development and Medical terminology

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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