Sacramento, CA · On-site
$39.62/hr
Child Life Specialist minimize anxiety and aids children and adolescents in coping with the ... Facilitates a therapeutic play program in cooperation with the Activities Coordinators promoting ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$39.62/hr
Child Life Specialist minimize anxiety and aids children and adolescents in coping with the ... Facilitates a therapeutic play program in cooperation with the Activities Coordinators promoting ...
Job Summary The Child Life Specialist provides developmentally appropriate interventions to reduce ... Facilitates a therapeutic play program in cooperation with the Activities Coordinators promoting ...
Job Summary The Child Life Specialist provides developmentally appropriate interventions to reduce ... Facilitates a therapeutic play program in cooperation with the Activities Coordinators promoting ...
Anson, TX · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
... activities to reduce anxiety and promote coping * Trains, guides, and supervises students and volunteers assigned to the unit Child Life Specialist Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Child Life ...
Anson, TX · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
... activities to reduce anxiety and promote coping * Trains, guides, and supervises students and volunteers assigned to the unit Child Life Specialist Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Child Life ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$39.62/hr
Child Life Specialist minimize anxiety and aids children and adolescents in coping with the ... Facilitates a therapeutic play program in cooperation with the Activities Coordinators promoting ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$39.62/hr
Child Life Specialist minimize anxiety and aids children and adolescents in coping with the ... Facilitates a therapeutic play program in cooperation with the Activities Coordinators promoting ...
Boston, MA · On-site
Job Summary The Child Life Specialist provides developmentally appropriate interventions to reduce ... Facilitates a therapeutic play program in cooperation with the Activities Coordinators promoting ...
Boston, MA · On-site
Job Summary The Child Life Specialist provides developmentally appropriate interventions to reduce ... Facilitates a therapeutic play program in cooperation with the Activities Coordinators promoting ...
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
Coordinates patient's interactions/activities with available volunteers. * Participates in the selection, training, supervision and evaluation of Child Life Assistant I, Child Life Assistant II, ...
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
Coordinates patient's interactions/activities with available volunteers. * Participates in the selection, training, supervision and evaluation of Child Life Assistant I, Child Life Assistant II, ...
Serve as lead supervisor for all volunteers within the Child Life program. Delegates work ... Represents the Child Life Program in public speaking engagements, donor engagement activities ...
Serve as lead supervisor for all volunteers within the Child Life program. Delegates work ... Represents the Child Life Program in public speaking engagements, donor engagement activities ...
Winters, TX · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
... activities to reduce anxiety and promote coping * Trains, guides, and supervises students and volunteers assigned to the unit Child Life Specialist Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Child Life ...
Winters, TX · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
... activities to reduce anxiety and promote coping * Trains, guides, and supervises students and volunteers assigned to the unit Child Life Specialist Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Child Life ...
$24 - $30/hr
... activities to reduce anxiety and promote coping * Trains, guides, and supervises students and volunteers assigned to the unit Child Life Specialist Qualifications: * Bachelors Degree in Child Life ...
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$24 - $30/hr
... activities to reduce anxiety and promote coping * Trains, guides, and supervises students and volunteers assigned to the unit Child Life Specialist Qualifications: * Bachelors Degree in Child Life ...
Serve as lead supervisor for all volunteers within the Child Life program. Delegates work ... Represents the Child Life Program in public speaking engagements, donor engagement activities ...
Serve as lead supervisor for all volunteers within the Child Life program. Delegates work ... Represents the Child Life Program in public speaking engagements, donor engagement activities ...
Saint George, UT · On-site
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
Saint George, UT · On-site
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
Hackensack, NJ · On-site
$21.73/hr
Offers group activities for patients and family members to promote socialization and normalization. * Complies with Volunteer Office, Child Life Department and HackensackUMC policies and procedures.
Hackensack, NJ · On-site
$21.73/hr
Offers group activities for patients and family members to promote socialization and normalization. * Complies with Volunteer Office, Child Life Department and HackensackUMC policies and procedures.
Hackensack, NJ · On-site
$21.73/hr
Offers group activities for patients and family members to promote socialization and normalization. * Complies with Volunteer Office, Child Life Department and HackensackUMC policies and procedures.
Hackensack, NJ · On-site
$21.73/hr
Offers group activities for patients and family members to promote socialization and normalization. * Complies with Volunteer Office, Child Life Department and HackensackUMC policies and procedures.
Abilene, TX · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
... activities to reduce anxiety and promote coping * Trains, guides, and supervises students and volunteers assigned to the unit Child Life Specialist Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Child Life ...
Abilene, TX · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
... activities to reduce anxiety and promote coping * Trains, guides, and supervises students and volunteers assigned to the unit Child Life Specialist Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Child Life ...
Park City, UT · On-site
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
Park City, UT · On-site
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
Ogden, UT · On-site
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
Ogden, UT · On-site
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
Implements planned and purposeful play activities /interventions which are supportive of the child ... Supervises and guides interns, volunteers, and students in their Child Life learning experiences to ...
Implements planned and purposeful play activities /interventions which are supportive of the child ... Supervises and guides interns, volunteers, and students in their Child Life learning experiences to ...
Implements planned and purposeful play activities /interventions which are supportive of the child ... Supervises and guides interns, volunteers, and students in their Child Life learning experiences to ...
Implements planned and purposeful play activities /interventions which are supportive of the child ... Supervises and guides interns, volunteers, and students in their Child Life learning experiences to ...
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
Ogden, UT · On-site
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
Ogden, UT · On-site
$24.30 - $37.52/hr
... activities to help make the health care experience easier for patients and families. Reduces ... Provides supervision to volunteers, child life pre-internship students and child life assistants.
$8.41 - $10.71
2% of jobs
$10.71 - $13
9% of jobs
$14.63 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13 - $15.30
19% of jobs
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13% of jobs
The median wage is $18.09 / hr.
$17.59 - $19.89
32% of jobs
$19.95 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$19.89 - $22.18
9% of jobs
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| Aspect | Volunteer Child Life Activity | Child Life Specialist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | None or minimal; often volunteer or certification courses | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in child life, certification (CCLS) |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, community events | Hospitals, pediatric units, healthcare settings |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Hospitals, nonprofits, volunteer organizations | Hospitals, healthcare institutions, pediatric departments |
Volunteer Child Life Activities involve supporting children through play and comfort efforts without requiring formal certification. Child Life Specialists are trained professionals with specialized degrees and certifications, providing clinical support and therapeutic interventions in healthcare settings. The main difference lies in credentials, scope of practice, and level of responsibility.
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Sacramento, CA • On-site
$39.62/hr
Per diem
Re-posted 27 days ago
Company Overview
Shriners Children's is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family's ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.
Job Description
Child Life Specialist minimize anxiety and aids children and adolescents in coping with the hospital experience. Promotes normal growth and development through provision of age appropriate opportunities for play, learning, self-expression, family involvement, and peer interaction. Acts as a resource to staff, patients, families, and the general public regarding assigned areas of responsibility.
Key Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
The pay range for this position is $39.62/hour.
Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.
