Pediatric Child Life Specialist

Why You'll Love Working Here: Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel is one of the leading pediatric centers in the Pacific Northwest. Designed exclusively for children, our state-of-the-art facility combines advanced medical care with a warm, family-centered environment. From routine care to the most complex cases, families trust our team to provide exceptional, compassionate care—every day.

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, or related field with all clinical coursework for clinical Child Life Certification completed. Completion of a 600-hour Child Life internship under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist. Work experience with children, youth, and families in non-healthcare settings also preferred. This Child Life Specialist is responsible for supporting patients in the Children's Emergency Department and throughout Randall Children's Hospital during the evening hours and on the weekends.

Skill Requirements: Plans and implements comprehensive Child Life services. Broad knowledge of child developmental theories, specific illnesses/diagnosis, medical terminology physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs of children 0-21 years. Ability to assess and respond to the developmental and psychosocial needs of infants, children, youth, and families using the theories of human growth and development, therapeutic play, and emotionally supportive interventions. Provides emotionally supportive play and preparation for pediatric patients undergoing surgery, medical tests, and procedures. Enhances patient's and family's understanding of medical procedures and diagnosis by facilitating developmentally appropriate procedural preparation and support. Partner with interdisciplinary team, including patient and family, to create a collaborative plan of care. Demonstrates strong organizational skills, including effectively triaging patient and family needs. Ability to supervise child life students and volunteers. Demonstrates technology skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Licensure: Must obtain Certified Child Life Certification (CCLS) from the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP) within one year of employment. Pay RangeUSD $29.89 - USD $42.74 /Hr. Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. To learn more about our employee benefits click here: Job Summary

Requisition ID: 26-48635

City: PORTLAND

State/Province: OR

Department: PEDIATRIC SUPPORTAvg Hours Per Week: 36FTE: 0.90

Pay Range: USD $29.89/Hr. - USD $42.74/Hr.

FLSA Status: Non-ExemptShift Differentials: Eves $2.50/hr, Nts $4.30/hr, Wknd $3.00/hrBonus/Relocation: Relocation

Union: Non-union

Work Days: Variable schedule with weekends