Child Life Specialist

Talent Community(2 months ago)

OnsiteFull TimeJunior$28,839 - $39,976 (estimated)Social/Emotional/Spiritual Support

About this role

Provides comprehensive child life services to minimize the negative impact of trauma, hospitalization, and illness for pediatric patients and their families. Addresses the emotional, cognitive, and developmental needs of patients while supporting family coping and adaptation at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

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Required Skills

Microsoft Word
Outlook
PowerPoint
Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Teamwork
Pediatric Knowledge
Organizational Skills
Analytical Skills
Therapeutic Interventions

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Child Life, Psychology or related field
Child Life Internship (480-hour if before 2019; 600-hour if after 2019)
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) within 1 year of employment
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heartsaver (AHA) within 30 days of employment

About Talent Community

choa.org

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is a nonprofit pediatric healthcare system dedicated to providing specialized medical care for infants, children, and adolescents. It delivers comprehensive services—acute inpatient care, emergency services, outpatient clinics, and specialty programs—through multidisciplinary teams focused on family-centered care. The organization emphasizes research, education, and community outreach to improve child health outcomes. Their stated commitment is to make sure children are better today for a healthier tomorrow.

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