Child Life Specialist*. AM Per diem
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationLoma Linda, CA, United States
Work modeon-site
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 26, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live3d ago
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Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Child Life/Child Development or related field with an emphasis in Child Life
Minimum 500 hours of Child Life internship
One year experience in child development/education center
Able to use a computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position
Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
Collaborate and accept direction
Able to think critically
Manage multiple assignments effectively
Organize and prioritize workload
Work well under pressure
Problem solve
Recall information with accuracy
Pay close attention to detail
Work independently with minimal supervision
Able to distinguish colors as necessary
Hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone
Identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace
See adequately to read computer screens and written documents
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Child Life Certification exam within one year of hire
One year of experience in hospital-based Child Life program
Skills
Word
Excel
Outlook
PowerPoint
About the role
Job Summary: The Child Life Specialist (CLS) collaborates with the healthcare team to facilitate activities consistent with patients’ age-specific (neonate, infant, toddler, preschooler, school age, adolescent, young adult) developmental needs. Works with pediatric patients and families to help them cope with hospitalization, procedures, surgeries, and grief through therapeutic play, education, and other interventions. Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse internal and external workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.
Requirements
Education and Experience: Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Child Life/Child Development or related field with an emphasis in Child Life required. Minimum 500 hours of Child Life internship and one year experience in child development/education center required. Minimum one year of experience in hospital-based Child Life program preferred.
Knowledge and Skills: Able to use a computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
Licensures and Certifications: Basic life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required. Child Life Certification exam within one year of hire.
About the company
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.