Child Life Specialist

Child Life Specialist

Baltimore, MD

Sinai Hospital

Child Life

Full-time - Day shift - 8:00am-4:30pm

Allied Health

$21.10-$31.59 Experience based

Who We Are: LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

About the Role/Unit: Under limited supervision as a Child Life Specialist (CLS) with the Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Outpatient Clinic at Sinai Hospital, provides psychosocial and emotional support for pediatric & adolescent patients and their families. The CLS utilizes a family-centered care approach to assist patients and families in effectively coping with the stress and anxiety of the hospital experience as well as to maximize the growth and development of children and adolescents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops, implements, and evaluates child life care plans and programs to promote optimal growth, development, self-esteem, and family support for children and adolescents.
• Provides therapeutic child life care including medical play activities, psychological preparation and teaching effective coping strategies; accompanies and supports children during medical procedures as needed.
• Work is primarily performed in the Pediatric Oncology Hematology Outpatient Clinic but may extend to other clinical settings within Sinai Hospital where pediatric patients receive care.

Requirements:

• Education: Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Child Psychology or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 600-hour Child Life Internship under supervision of a certified child life specialist.
• Certification: Child Life Certification or certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a hospital Child Life program is preferred but not required.

What We Offer:

Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.

Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.

Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.

Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.

Why LifeBridge Health? With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELYwhere compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.