What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Life Specialist position at IU Health?
Overview
Child Life Specialist
Location: Riley Hospital
Shift: Full-Time Day
Join Our Compassionate Pediatric Care Team!
Indiana University Health Riley Hospital is seeking a dedicated Child Life Specialist (CLS) to support the emotional, developmental, and psychosocial needs of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults during their hospital experience. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families during challenging times.
If you are passionate about family-centered care and supporting children through illness, injury, or loss, we encourage you to apply!
Position Overview:
The Child Life Specialist works as a vital member of the healthcare team to address the emotional and psychosocial concerns of pediatric patients and their families. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting families and patients adjusting to illness, injury, or loss in critical, acute, and ambulatory settings
- Assessing psychosocial, developmental, and cultural needs of patients and families
- Using developmentally appropriate interventions to educate, prepare, and support families, enhancing their coping skills
- Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to advocate for emotionally safe, family-centered care
- Creating a supportive environment that addresses emotional well-being and reduces anxiety
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's Degree required.
- Experience: 0–3 years of relevant experience preferred.
- Certifications:
- ACLP Certified Child Life Specialist Certification required within one year of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required.
- Additional Requirements:
- Completed or current enrollment in a Child Life Internship at a children’s hospital is mandatory to be considered
Why Join IU Health?
Become part of a dedicated pediatric team committed to compassionate, family-centered care. We value your expertise and your dedication to helping children and families navigate healthcare challenges with emotional support and developmentally appropriate interventions.
Ready to enhance the hospital experience for children and families?
Apply now to join IU Health Riley Hospital as a Child Life Specialist!
We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Benefits:
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K PlanSalary : $61,874 - $84,602