Child Life Specialist-2

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

34d • Onsite

About The Position

The Temporary Child Life Specialist provides essential psychosocial care and developmental support to infants, children, adolescents, and families during hospitalization and medical treatment. This role delivers assessment, preparation, education, therapeutic play, procedural support, coping interventions, and family-centered care to minimize stress and promote positive healthcare experiences. The position maintains continuity of Child Life services during an approved FMLA/maternity leave period and collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support patient and family needs. This is a temporary, full-time position expected to end upon the return of the employee from leave.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and Child Life experience preferred.
• High School Degree w/ 2 years Equivalent Work Experience will be considered.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work in stressful environment.
• Emotional sensitivity.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree
• Child Life Certification
• Pediatric oncology experience

Responsibilities

• Provides psychosocial and developmental support to pediatric patients and families through assessment, education, therapeutic play, and procedural support.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Ensures continuity of Child Life services during an employee's approved FMLA/maternity leave.
• Delivers assessment, preparation, education, therapeutic play, procedural support, coping interventions, and family-centered care to minimize stress and promote positive healthcare experiences.
• Supports patient and family needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED