Child Life Specialist: Day Hospital/Resource at Cincinnati Children's

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Feb, 26

Salary

53705.6

Posted On

23 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Child Life Specialist, Patient Care, Psychosocial Support, Developmental Progress, Coping Skills, Play, Education, Clinical Expertise, Teamwork, Data Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

CHILD LIFE SPECIALIST: DAY HOSPITAL/RESOURCE About the Job: This Child Life Specialist will serve as a generalist for all units (as needed). Location: Burnet Campus, 3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati OH 45220 Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 1.0 FTE Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30a-4pm. Weekend & holiday coverage is working every 8th Sunday ($5.00/hr weekend differential added to base base.) 2-3 holidays required per year. Benefits eligible and 30 days of paid time accrued per year. Unused PTO rolls over. Pay starts at $53,705.60 annually (as a salaried/exempt employee) and can increase based on years of experience. REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a related field required. Completion of child life internship under the supervision of a certified CLS required. Must be Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) within one year of hire. About Child Life at Cincinnati Children’s At Cincinnati Children’s we want to ensure every visit is as safe, convenient, and comfortable as possible. Providing an exceptional level of care means reaching far beyond our medical expertise - that's where our Child Life Specialists come into action: promoting play, education, developmental progress, coping skills and psychosocial support. Whether it is a trip to the Emergency Department, a short follow-up appointment or an inpatient stay, a visit to the hospital can be a scary and overwhelming experience – for patients, siblings and for their families. The Child Life Program works with patients of all ages in different medical settings to help support emotional safety and normalize the process of receiving medical care. Child Life Specialists are certified and have significant clinical expertise in the developmental impact of illness and injury. This helps improve patient and family care, satisfaction, and healthcare experiences. In addition, Clinical Assistants provide important opportunities for play-based activities that promote coping and normalization. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care Professional Responsibility Departmental Responsibility Data Management Teamwork Primary Location Burnet Campus Schedule Full time Shift Rotating (United States of America) Department Child Life & Integrative Care Employee Status Regular FTE 1 Weekly Hours 40 *Expected Starting Pay Range *Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $53,705.60 - $67,142.40 Market Leading Benefits Including*: Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here. Competitive retirement plans Tuition reimbursement for continuing education Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group Physical and mental health wellness programs Relocation assistance available for qualified positions *Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type About Us At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. Cincinnati Children's is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request. Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability Completion of Application You will be asked to fully complete each page of the application to the best of your knowledge. Failure to complete all parts of the application will result in a delay in processing and/or rejection of the application. Need Assistance or Accommodation? Assistance with Application: For assistance or technical support, email applicationassistance@cchmc.org. Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. If you require an accommodation in the application process, email applicationassistance@cchmc.org.

Responsibilities

The Child Life Specialist will serve as a generalist for all units as needed, providing emotional support and normalization of the medical process for patients and families. Responsibilities include promoting play, education, and coping skills to enhance the healthcare experience.