What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Life Specialist-Cystic Fibrosis Clinic position at SUNY Upstate Medical University and Careers?
- Syracuse
- Allied Health
- Part-time
- Opening on: Aug 28 2025
- Peds Child Life
- State of New York
- TH Recreational Therapy Associate, NSSL2
- 86395
- UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
Job Summary:
SUNY Upstate is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Child Life Specialist to be part of Upstate's Pediatric Child Life Team working for the Cystic Fibrosis Clinic, serving in a Part-time role supporting those patients and families with this debilitating disease.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide developmental and psychosocial support for pediatric patients and families.
Assess children's developmental and coping needs.
Provide preparation, age appropriate diversion and motional support to minimize distress associated with hospitalization and/or medical encounters.
Collaborates as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology or related field.
Must have completed a Child Life Internship under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.
Current Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential required or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree preferred.
Work Days:
Part-Time
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Message to Applicants:
In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you’ll receive:
- Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days.
- Choice of several outstanding health, dental and vision benefits insurance benefits and Well-Being plans and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.