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As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level family life educator in the United States is $22.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Family Life Educator vs Family Support Specialist?

AspectEntry Level Family Life EducatorFamily Support Specialist
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in human development, family studies, or related fieldUsually a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, schools, non-profits, healthcare settingsChild welfare agencies, community organizations, social service agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by educational and family service organizations to promote family well-beingEmployed by social service agencies to provide family and child support services

While both roles focus on supporting families, the Entry Level Family Life Educator primarily provides educational programs and resources to promote healthy family relationships, whereas the Family Support Specialist offers direct assistance and case management to families facing challenges. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ in their focus and work settings.

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Child & Family Life Educator

Child & Family Life Educator

Corewell Health

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago

Corewell Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 766 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

449th of 886 rated healthcare providers

Job description

About the Team
Our Child and Family Life Team provides developmentally based therapeutic interventions for pediatric patients and families which support coping skills, medical insights and socialization. By providing psychosocial care to 25+ pediatric units/departments, we serve hundreds of families every day.
About Helen DeVos Children's Hospital
We fight for every child. With 350+ pediatric specialists and subspecialists, 12 years of U.S. News & World Report national rankings and innovations that draw patients from all over the world, we're driven to replace fear with hope and doubt with answers. We believe in the possibility of every child's future. Because it's only impossible until it isn't. We have both inpatient and ambulatory spaces as well as a Level 1 trauma Emergency Department designated to children.
Scope of Work
Using tools of consulting, mentoring, coaching and interprofessional collaboration, the educator facilitates the professional role development and growth of child and family life team members along the continuum from novice to expert. Functions in the roles of change agent, mentor, facilitator of learning, leader, champion of scientific inquiry (application of research, evidence-based practice and improvement science), and partner for clinical practice transitions. Collaborates with child and family life leadership to coordinate educational initiatives for the department, focusing especially on child life specialists and related roles. Offers support to all child and family life staff and departments supported by the child and family life team. Works with interdisciplinary teams to help patients and families manage complex psychosocial issues. This position requires experience developing/mentoring/onboarding new team members and knowledge of essential role functions including but not limited to evidence-based practices, psychosocial support and pediatric care. Child and Family Life Educator is required to maintain Child Life Specialist Certification.
Qualifications
  • Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Child Life Science, Child Development, Child Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Recreational Therapy or related degree
  • Preferred Master's Degree
  • 3 years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting including education and program planning Required
  • CRT-Child Life Specialist (CCLS) - CLCC Child Life Certification Commission required

How Corewell Health cares for you
  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location
SITE - Helen Devos Childrens Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids
Department Name
Child and Family Life HDVCH - Grand Rapids Hosp
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
20
Hours of Work
7:30am-4:00pm
Days Worked
variable
Weekend Frequency
N/A
CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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