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Child Life Specialist (CLS) - Level 1

  • Syracuse
  • Allied Health
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Oct 8 2024
  • Peds Child Life
  • State of New York
  • TH Recreational Therapy Associate, NSSL2
  • 82568
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

Job Summary:

The Child Life Specialist provides developmental and psychosocial support for pediatric patients and families in an out-patient setting. Assesses children's developmental and coping needs and provides preparation, age appropriate diversion and emotional support to minimize distress associated with hospitalization and/or medical encounters. Collaborates as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team.

 Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Child Life. Must have completed a child life internship under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist. Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential required or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Child Life or related field preferred.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday.

Message to Applicants:

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

 

Executive Order:

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.              

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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