Child Life Specialist (Per diem)

Boston Children's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Oct 07, 2025
Position Summary/ Department Summary: Per diem. W e require a minimum of 2 shifts/pay period or 4 shifts a month. The Child Life Specialist will be responsible for: Participating in therapeutic activities and programs to meet patients' psychosocial and developmental needs, and facilitate adjustment to health care experiences Serve as member of multidisciplinary team. Delegate work assignments to volunteers/Child Life Assistant's and participate in clinical training of student interns. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life 600 hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist. Experience: General skills to resolve problems requiring the use of child development theory, professional child life principles, and experiencedbased knowledge. Well-developed writing skills, and excellent communication skills including conflict resolution to effectively work as a team member. Licensure/ Certifications: Certification in Child Life Specialist required within 1 year of hire for all new hires.