Job Description

The Child Life Specialist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

*Internal and rehire applicants of less than 1 year are not eligible for sign on bonus.

_ Responsibilities:_

• Provides therapeutic, developmental, recreational and diversional play activities for pediatric patients.
• Supports the child's development of personal coping strategies to enhance adjustment to the hospital experience and enhance normal growth and development.

Qualifications

_ Required:_

• One to two years of experience as a Child Life Specialist preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Hospital Play Education, Child Development or Psychology
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Basic computer knowledge

_ Preferred:_

• Additional languages
• Master's Degree in Child Development

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.