Child Life Specialist
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Austin, TX Facility: Dell Children's Specialty Pavilion Department/Specialty: Pediatric Neurosciences Schedule: Full Time | Monday-Friday | 8am-5pm Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. How you’ll make an impact in this role Deliver direct patient care as a Pediatric Child Life Specialist, providing emotional and developmental support during hospitalization. Assess pediatric patient and family needs to implement individualized care plans that improve coping, safety, and overall patient care outcomes. Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless care coordination and consistent support throughout treatment. Provide therapeutic interventions that reduce anxiety, promote normal development, and enhance the hospital experience for pediatric patients.
Requirements
- Child Life Professional obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Nice To Haves
- 600-hour Child Life clinical internship completed by start date.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care as a Pediatric Child Life Specialist, providing emotional and developmental support during hospitalization.
- Assess pediatric patient and family needs to implement individualized care plans that improve coping, safety, and overall patient care outcomes.
- Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless care coordination and consistent support throughout treatment.
- Provide therapeutic interventions that reduce anxiety, promote normal development, and enhance the hospital experience for pediatric patients.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
