Child Life Specialist

Advocate Aurora Health

Winston Salem, NC, United States
Base: $24.85 - $37.30 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Bachelor's degree in child life or related field
Intern or work experience in comparable setting
Cpr certification required
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Child Life Specialist to provide therapeutic care to pediatric patients at Brenner Children’s Hospital. The role involves designing engaging programs to support children and their families during hospital stays, requiring a background in Child Life or a related field, along with relevant experience and certifications

Job Summary

  • The role involves designing and leading engaging child life programs to empower families and transform hospital experiences for neonatal, pediatric, and adolescent patients.
  • Candidates must utilize expertise in human development to support children navigating illness, injury, and hospitalization while reducing distress and enhancing developmental integrity.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and extensive health and welfare benefits.

Matching Summary

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Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Child Life Specialist to provide therapeutic care to pediatric patients at Brenner Children’s Hospital. The role involves designing engaging programs to support children and their families during hospital stays, requiring a background in Child Life or a related field, along with relevant experience and certifications.

Salary

Base: $24.85 - $37.30 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, Medical/Dental/Vision, Retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Child Life or related field
  • Intern or work experience in comparable setting
  • CPR certification required
  • Knowledge of clinical skills and childhood development
  • Ability to communicate with pediatric patients

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for creating brighter futures
  • Experience supervising students and volunteers
  • Commitment to quality improvement initiatives
  • Strong interpersonal and team building skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Child Life or related field
  • Certification eligible with the Child Life Certifying Commission
  • Required CPR certification
  • Prior intern or work experience in comparable setting

Work Rights

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