Child Life Specialist

Ascension • Austin, TX

33d • Onsite

About The Position

The Child Life Specialist delivers direct patient care to pediatric patients, providing emotional and developmental support during hospitalization. The role assesses the needs of pediatric patients and their families and implements individualized care plans to improve coping, safety, and patient care outcomes. The specialist coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to support seamless care coordination throughout treatment and provides therapeutic interventions to reduce anxiety, promote normal development, and enhance the hospital experience.

Requirements

• Child Life Professional certification obtained within 12 months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Complete a 600-hour Child Life clinical internship by the 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 and implement individualized care plans to 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, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time