Child Life Specialist
Location: Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida -9981 S. HealthPark DriveFort Myers FL 33908
Department: Child Life
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
Hiring Incentives
Sign-on bonus: $2,500 ; Relocation: $2,000
Summary
Golisano Childrens Hospital is seeking a compassionate and adaptable Child Life Specialist to join our team with the ability to float between units. This role provides therapeutic play, emotional support and preparation for medical procedures across multiple units,
within the hospital, with staff coverage as needed. The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility, strong interpersonal skill and the ability to work effectively in diverse clinical settings to support children and families during stressful medical experiences.
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.
US:FL:Fort Myers
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