Job Description
🌟 Bring Comfort, Joy, and Healing to Little Hearts 🌟
📍 Main Mercy Campus
🕒 Part time or full time options!
🎓 Requires Child Life Education or Degree
💖 We’re a Little Different – And Proud of It
At Mercy, our mission is more than words – it’s a calling. We bring to life a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service. If you’re looking for a career that blends your professional skills with your heart for children and families, you’ve found your match.
👶 Your Impact
As a Child Life Specialist, you’ll be a beacon of comfort and support for children navigating medical experiences. You’ll:
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- Prepare and educate children for procedures through therapeutic play and emotional support
- Plan and lead activities that normalize the hospital environment
- Advocate for families and promote patient-centered care
- Coordinate special events and collaborate with volunteers
- Supervise students and volunteers, sharing your expertise and passion
🎓 What You Bring
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- Bachelor’s degree in a Child Life-related field
- Completion of a Child Life internship
- Eligibility for certification through the Association of Child Life Professionals
- BLS certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- Strong foundation in child development and medical terminology
Preferred:
✔️ 2+ years of experience in child education or healthcare
✔️ Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
🎁 Why Mercy?
We offer more than a job – we offer a community. Eligible co-workers (32+ hours/pay period) enjoy:
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- Day-one health, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous PTO and tuition reimbursement
- Employer-matched retirement funds
- A supportive team that lifts you up on the tough days and celebrates the wins
🌈 Be the Light in a Child’s Hospital Journey
If compassion, creativity, and advocacy are your strengths, we want you on our team. Join Mercy and help us bring healing to life – one child, one family, one moment at a time.
👉 Apply Today and discover why Mercy is one of Modern Healthcare’s Top 100 Places to Work.
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