Child Life Specialist

Lee Health

$21.54 - $26.93 / hr

United States, Florida, Fort Myers

9981 South Healthpark Drive (Show on map)

Oct 30, 2024

Location:Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida -9981 S. HealthPark DriveFort Myers FL 33908

Department: Child Life

Unit: NICU

Work Type: Full Time ; Exempt

Shift: Shift 2/11:00:00 AM to 7:00:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$21.54 - $26.93 / hour

Summary

Provide evidence-based, developmentally and psychologically appropriate interventions including therapeutic play, preparation and education that support and reduce fear, anxiety and pain for infants, children, youth and families. Promotes the philosophy of family-centered care and meets the psychosocial needs of children and families during their hospital experience.

Requirements Educational Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained	Program of Study	Required/ Preferred	and/or
Bachelor's	Child Development	Required	or
Bachelor's	Child Life	Required	or
Bachelor's	Child and Family Studies	Required

Experience Requirements

Minimum Years Required	Area of Experience	Required/ Preferred	and/or
No experience required		Preferred

Completion of minimum of 480 hour Child Life Internship Required

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Licenses	Required/ Preferred	and/or
Not Required

Certifications/Registration Requirements

Certificates/Registrations	Required/ Preferred	and/or
CCLS (Certified Child Life Specialist)	Required	and
BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)	Required

Child Life Certification required to obtain within 12 months of hire. BLS required to obtain within 3 months of hire.

Additional Requirements

Child Life Certification, or candidate for certification.

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