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Job Description
Join Boston Children's Hospital as a Child Life Specialist, where you'll support children and families in various clinic areas. Participate in therapeutic activities and work within a multidisciplinary team to help patients adjust to healthcare experiences, all while benefiting from a range of competitive perks.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in therapeutic activities and programs to meet patients' psychosocial and developmental needs
Facilitate adjustment to health care experiences in various departments
Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Delegate work assignments to volunteers and participate in clinical training of student interns
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field
600-hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist
General skills to resolve problems using child development theory
Well-developed writing skills
Excellent communication skills including conflict resolution
Preferred Qualifications
Certification in Child Life Specialist (to be obtained within 1 year of hire)
Benefits & Perks
Flexible schedulesAffordable health, vision, and dental insuranceChild care and student loan subsidiesGenerous levels of time off403(b) Retirement Savings planPensionTuition and certain License and Certification ReimbursementCell phone plan discountsDiscounted rates on T-passes