Child Life Specialist
36 hours/week, Day Shift
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 Hospital Has Been Named:
#1 in the Nation by U.S. News & World Report's Best Children's Hospitals Rankings
A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
Recognized as one of the Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes
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The Division ofChild Life and Integrative Care at Cincinnati Children's is committed to the practice of family-centered care by promoting play, education, developmental and psychosocial support. We are an integral part of the health care team who can support the child's outpatient visit and inpatient stay. Child Life Specialists can minimize stress and maximize coping of patients and families. Learn more here.
Schedule: 36 hours per week,
Wednesday 8:30-5
Thursday/Friday 8:30-9
Saturdays would rotate between day shift and mid shift - 2 per month
Qualifications: To be considered, candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a related field, and completion of Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified CLS. Must be certified as a Child Life Specialist within one year of hire. Candidates with past Child Life experience highly desired.
Pay: $23.02-$28.06 per hour. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
Market Leading Benefits:
$5.00 per hour weekend differential
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/careers/benefits
Company paid pension plan and optional 403(b) supplemental retirement plans
Paid Time Off per year
$5,000 Relocation Assistance available
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Referral bonus program for current staff
Support through Employee Resource Groups
Physical and mental health wellness programs
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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field 0 - 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline Completion of Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified CLS CCLS within one year of hire
Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families (EEO/AA).