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The Child Life Specialist is responsible to develop and implement services and programs designed to meet the emotional and developmental needs of children and their families. Through the use of therapeutic play, diversional activity and other types of interventions, the Child Life Specialist seeks to reduce the stress associated with health care experiences and enables the children and their families to cope in a positive manner. The Child Life Specialist also provides in-services and programs to other disciplines in the hospital and clinic to enhance their approach and communication skills with children. 

REQUIRED : Bachelor's degree in a related field Official approval of courses from the Child Life Council and completed 480-hour child life internship. 

DESIRED : Bachelor's degree in Child Life 

Work Experience: REQUIRED 2 years experience in a Pediatric medical setting. 

DESIRED: 2 years experience as a Child Life Specialist in a Children's Medical Center. 

 
License and Certifications: REQUIRED Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) within one year of hire date 

DESIRED Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR certification; Heart Saver, Rescue and Military training network CPR; or the American Red Cross CPR certification (CPR) except Citizen and Animal classes