Certified Child Life Specialist - St. Luke's Boise Medical Center
About The Position
St. Luke's Health System is hiring a Certified Child Life Specialist for its pediatric team at St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, home to Idaho’s only children’s hospital. The role supports the emotional, developmental, and psychosocial well-being of pediatric patients and their families through individualized, play-based, developmentally appropriate care. The specialist prepares children and caregivers for procedures and diagnoses, promotes coping and development, and collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other care team members. The position offers variable day and evening shifts, with full-time and part-time opportunities, in a supportive and collaborative Magnet-recognized organization.
Requirements
- Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) certification is required.
- At least one year of experience working with children in a healthcare or related setting.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or Pediatric Psychology is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized, play-based interventions tailored to each child’s medical and psychosocial needs.
- Promote emotional, social, and cognitive development while honoring family dynamics, culture, and developmental stages.
- Prepare children and caregivers for procedures and diagnoses using developmentally appropriate education and coping strategies.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams to support holistic pediatric care.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on bonus
- Competitive salary
- Retirement plans
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- On-site massages
- On-site counseling through the Employee Assistance Program
- Access to the Personify Health Wellness tool
- Formal training and career development offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
