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Tenet Health

Child Life Specialist

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

This is a part time position The Child Life Specialist is responsible for implementing a psychosocially and developmentally supportive program for children and families. Child Life Specialist is a ...

Boston Medical Center

Child Life Specialist

Boston, MA

$53K - $77K/yr

The Child Life Specialist is responsible and accountable for planning and implementing therapeutic activities and programs to meet psychosocial and developmental needs and facilitates the adjustment ...

Boston Medical Center

Child Life Specialist

Boston, MA · On-site

$53K - $77K/yr

The Child Life Specialist is responsible and accountable for planning and implementing therapeutic activities and programs to meet psychosocial and developmental needs and facilitates the adjustment ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for part 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.

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AspectPart Time Child Life ActivityPart Time Child Life Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or related certificationRequires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Child Life, along with certification (CCLS)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, or community centers focusing on recreational activitiesHospitals, pediatric units, or healthcare settings providing therapeutic support
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in healthcare settings for activity coordinationUsed in healthcare for therapeutic and psychosocial support roles

Part Time Child Life Activity roles focus on organizing recreational activities for children, often requiring minimal certification. In contrast, Part Time Child Life Specialist positions involve providing therapeutic support, requiring specialized education and certification. Both roles work in healthcare environments but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Child Life Specialist - Part Time

Saint Peter's Healthcare System

New Brunswick, NJ • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago

Saint Peter's University Hospital rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

133rd of 1,056 rated hospitals

Job description

Child Life Specialist - Part Time Child Life Program The Child Life Specialist - Part Time will: Provide therapeutic play activities involving patients and their families under the supervision of the Child Life Coordinator Assist and collaborate with Child Life Coordinator and nursing staff in formulation of individual activity plans, including short term and long term goals/objectives as assessed by the RN. Demonstrate initiative in self-development. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Psychology, Special Education, or closely related field required.

Knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development, family dynamics, play therapy and basic pediatric medicine required. Special Training - Successful completion of Child Life Internship is required. Coursework in child development, knowledge of medical terminology and special needs of hospitalized children also required.

BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association. Candidate for Child Life Certification. Completed 600 hours of Child Life Internship.

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials. The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards. You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program.

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