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Full Time Child Life Activity Jobs (NOW HIRING)

University of Rochester

$24 - $33.60/hr

Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500430 Child Life-Peds Nursing ... Directs daily activities, oversees project work, conducts weekly conferences, evaluates, and takes ...

University Health

Child Life Specialist

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$20.80 - $34.75/hr

At least 3 years of full-time experience as child life specialist. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Must be a certified child life specialist. Professional membership in the Association of Child Life ...

University Health

Child Life Specialist

San Antonio, TX

$20.80 - $34.75/hr

At least 3 years of full-time experience as child life specialist. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Must be a certified child life specialist. Professional membership in the Association of Child Life ...

Essentia Health

Child Life Specialist

Duluth, MN · On-site

$26.76 - $40.14/hr

The position also coordinates and oversees volunteers' activities during volunteers' time in pediatric patient care areas. Must currently have a Child Life Professional Certification or be currently ...

Essentia Health

Child Life Specialist

Duluth, MN · On-site

$26.76 - $40.14/hr

The position also coordinates and oversees volunteers' activities during volunteers' time in pediatric patient care areas. Must currently have a Child Life Professional Certification or be currently ...

Imh

Child Life Assistant

Lehi, UT · On-site

$21.02 - $29.72/hr

Under the direction of a child life specialist, the child life assistant provides activities in a play setting that reduces patient and family distress, increases effective patient and family coping ...

Spectrum Health

Child Life Specialist

Royal Oak, MI · On-site

... activities, the Child Life Specialist provides support to children and families in order to lessen ... Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 10am-6:30pm ...

Team1Medical

Child Life Assistant

Houston, TX

$22 - $24/hr

Schedule: Full Time: Monday - Friday, 9am to 5:30pm * Location: Houston, Texas 77030 * Contract ... Support bedside and group activities for inpatient and outpatient pediatric patients. * Help ...

Intermountain Health

Child Life Assistant

Lehi, UT · On-site

$21.02 - $29.72/hr

Under the direction of a child life specialist, the child life assistant provides activities in a play setting that reduces patient and family distress, increases effective patient and family coping ...

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How much do full time child life activity jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time child life activity in the United States is $15.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Child Life Activity vs Child Life Specialist?

AspectFull Time Child Life ActivityChild Life Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's degree in child life, child development, or related field; certification often preferredSame as Child Life Activity, often requires certification from the Child Life Professional Certification Board (CCLS)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, pediatric clinics, or healthcare settings focusing on child engagement and educationHealthcare settings, hospitals, or pediatric units providing psychosocial support to children and families
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, healthcare organizations, child life programsHospitals, pediatric healthcare facilities, and community health organizations

Full Time Child Life Activity roles focus on engaging children through activities and education, often requiring similar credentials and working in healthcare environments. Child Life Specialists typically have the same qualifications but also provide psychosocial support, making their roles more comprehensive in patient care.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Child Life Activity job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,254 per year, or $16 per hour.

Child Life Specialist-Full-Time

Medicine Journal

Chattanooga, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
The Certified Child Life Specialist employed by Erlanger is responsible for planning and providing therapeutic activities and appropriate psychosocial/developmental care for pediatric and adolescent patients and families to minimize stress/anxiety and maximize positive coping throughout the healthcare experience in cooperation with the multidisciplinary team.
Education: Required: BS, BA in Child Life, Child Development or related field
Preferred: N/A
Experience:
Required: Internship and/or work experience in a hospital setting focusing on the psychosocial needs of hospitalized children and their families.
Preferred: N/A
Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration
Required: Child Life Certification
Preferred: N/A
Department Position Summary:
The Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) at Children's Hospital at Erlanger provides expert psychosocial support to pediatric patients and their families, enhancing the overall quality of care. This role involves conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments, delivering emotional and developmental support, facilitating therapeutic medical play, and advocating for patient and family needs within the healthcare system. The CCLS collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to improve patient and family experiences and communicates relevant observations to ensure coordinated care.
Key Responsibilities:
Psychosocial Assessments:
o Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients and families to identify strengths, concerns, and needs.
o Develop and implement individualized short-term and long-term goals based on assessment findings.
Emotional, Social, and Developmental Support:
o Provide emotional, social, and developmental support to patients and families throughout illness, injury, end-of-life, and bereavement.
o Enhance the quality of care by addressing psychosocial challenges related to medical conditions.
Therapeutic Medical Play and Preparation:
o Facilitate medical play and preparation sessions to help patients and families understand medical procedures and develop effective coping strategies.
o Use play as a therapeutic tool to reduce anxiety and improve the medical experience.
Advocacy and Reassessment:
o Identify and advocate for the needs of patients and families within the healthcare system.
o Regularly reassess the effectiveness of interventions and adjust strategies as needed to meet evolving needs.
Age and Developmentally Appropriate Activities:
o Provide activities tailored to the age and developmental stage of patients to support cognitive and emotional growth.
o Ensure that activities are engaging and therapeutic, promoting positive outcomes.
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration:
o Function as a proactive and effective member of the multidisciplinary team.
o Share relevant observations and insights about patients with other healthcare professionals to facilitate coordinated and comprehensive care.
Skills:
o Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive psychosocial care appropriate to the age and developmental level of patients.
o Strong assessment skills with the ability to consistently re-evaluate and prioritize care based on patient and family needs.
o Proficiency in providing therapeutic play opportunities and diversions to reduce stress and enhance the hospitalization experience.
o Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
o Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
o Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient and family interactions.
o Flexibility and adaptability in managing changing patient and family needs.

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