Child Life Specialist | Child Life | Days | Full-Time
About The Position
Build a rewarding career as a Child Life Specialist at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital in beautiful Gainesville, Florida where Nature and Culture come together. Our thriving community is known for its unique blend of natural beauty, innovation, cultural energy, and recreation. UF Health is consistently ranked among the nation’s best hospitals and we are committed to excellence in healthcare. Child Life Specialists play a vital role as trusted advocates for our pediatric patients and their families, bringing expertise in child development and psychosocial support to every interaction. Our patients and our people are at the center of everything we do. Join a team that puts compassion into action. Discover your future at UF Health.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human service area, Child Life, Child Development, Child and Family Studies, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Psychology, Recreational Therapy, or related fields from an accredited institution, required
- Extensive knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development
- Certified or certificate eligible as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS). If certificate eligible, will attain certification within one year in order to retain position.
- Clinical internship in progress or internship eligible per ACLP/NCTRC guidelines will be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred
- Two years of experience working with children in a healthcare setting is preferred
- Preference will be given to applicants with previous hospital experience or training, CCLS/CTRS certification
Responsibilities
- Assess and provide services in response to the identified psychosocial and developmental needs of hospitalized children and their families
- Improve or enhance psychosocial functioning of pediatric patients and families by providing opportunities for improving coping skills through therapeutic interventions
Benefits
- Accrued PTO including holidays
- Annual salary reviews
- Student loan repayment
- PSLF-eligible employer
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive healthcare/retirement plans
- Wellness programs
- Relocation assistance in-state/out-state
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
