Job Description

Job Summary:


SUNY Upstate is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Child Life Specialist to be part of Upstate's Pediatric Child Life Team working within the Upstate Pediatric ER.

Key Responsibilities:


Provide developmental and psychosocial support for pediatric patients and families.


Assess children's developmental and coping needs.


Provide preparation, age appropriate diversion andmotional support to minimize distress associated with hospitalization and/or medical encounters.


Collaborates as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team.


Minimum Qualifications:


Bachelor's degree in Child Life,Child Development, Psychology or related field.


Must have completed a Child Life Internship under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.


Current Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential requiredor ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.


Preferred Qualifications:


Master's Degree preferred.


Work Days:


4- 10 Hour Shifts with rotating weekends.


Message to Applicants:



In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you'll receive:

• Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Choice of several outstanding health,dental and vision benefits insurance benefits and Well-Being plans and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.

RecruitmentOffice: Human Resources

Job Tags

Internship, Rotating shift,

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