Child Life Specialist jobs in Springfield, MO

Child Life Specialist is responsible for the design and implementation of pediatric programs, therapies, and activities among young patients. Works with families to assist in caring for childhood hospitalizations or disabilities. Being a Child Life Specialist monitors child development to ensure normal progression. Provides in-depth care as needed to more urgent cases. Additionally, Child Life Specialist may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Child Life Specialist typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Child Life Specialist
  • CoxHealth
  • Springfield, MO FULL_TIME

  • Summary

     
    • Best in Class Work Environment
      • 5x Modern Healthcare Best Places to work
      • America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 – Newsweek
      • Best Employers for New Grads 2023- Forbes
      • Greatest Workplace for Women 2023 - Newsweek
    • Benefits
      • Robust, fully customizable benefits package including Medical/Vision/Dental and more!
        • No cost eCare visits
        • Employer-provided mental health services for employees and eligible family members
      • Retirement with employer match up to 5%
      • Tuition discounts and reimbursement available for continuing your education
      • CoxHealth Fitness Center and Child Care discountS

     

    • Job Summary
      • A caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for all pediatric patients, during contact with the hospital either as an inpatient or outpatient. Our Specialists provide care for these patients through therapeutic use of self, patient activities, hospital environment adaptation, and education of other health care team members regarding development and children’s reactions to hospital stressors.
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    • Job Requirements
      • Education
        • Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Child and Family Development or a related field
        • Preferred: Degree emphasis in Child Life with a professional hospital internship
      • Experience
        • Preferred: Previous pediatric volunteer experience
      • Skills
        • Performs assessments and goal-directed plans of care to facilitate patient outcomes.
        • Evaluates the effectiveness of self and services
        • Identifies educational goals for patients, family, staff members, the community, and other hospital departments
        • Provides a safe, therapeutic, individualized physical and psychosocial environment for patients and their families
      • Licensure/Certification/Registration
        • Required: Eligible to set for the Child Life Certification exam, if not a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
        • Preferred: Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST)
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Prevention Education Specialist
  • Child Advocacy Center
  • Springfield, MO FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary: The Child Advocacy Center is seeking individuals that are personally and professionally committed to the protection of children. The Prevention Education Specialist plays a crucial role i...
  • 6 Days Ago
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Prevention Education Specialist
  • Child Advocacy Center
  • Springfield, MO FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary: The Child Advocacy Center is seeking individuals that are personally and professionally committed to the protection of children. The Prevention Education Specialist plays a crucial role i...
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Customer Service Enrollment Specialist
  • Globe Life
  • Diggins, MO FULL_TIME
  • Benefits Representative - Globe LifeCrafting Brighter Futures for FamiliesAt the forefront of specialized financial services, Globe Life helps families safeguard their assets and promises a profound p...
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Client Services Enrollment Specialist
  • Globe Life
  • Pleasant Hope, MO FULL_TIME
  • Benefits Representative - Globe LifeCrafting Brighter Futures for FamiliesAt the forefront of specialized financial services, Globe Life helps families safeguard their assets and promises a profound p...
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Client Services Enrollment Specialist
  • Globe Life
  • Fordland, MO FULL_TIME
  • Benefits Representative - Globe LifeCrafting Brighter Futures for FamiliesAt the forefront of specialized financial services, Globe Life helps families safeguard their assets and promises a profound p...
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Superintendent
  • Nabholz Corporation
  • Springfield, MO
  • Summary: Project Superintendent has full responsibility for the onsite production of the project. Superintendent is resp...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Commercial HVAC Installer "Apprentice/Serviceman"
  • U.S. Engineering
  • Springfield, MO
  • U.S. Engineering has been an industry leader since 1893. How? Constant innovation and a willingness to evolve. The const...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Intern - Administrative
  • Abacus CPAs
  • Springfield, MO
  • Job Description Job Description Intern – Administrative Abacus CPAs, LLC Office: Springfield, MO Part Time In Office Rat...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Supply Chain Specialist
  • HealthTrust Performance Group
  • Springfield, MO
  • Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Supply Chain Specialist? At Health...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Athletic Trainer, Athletic, Medical and Rehabilitation Services
  • Missouri State University
  • Springfield, MO
  • Posting Details Position Information Position Title Athletic Trainer, Athletic, Medical and Rehabilitation Services Work...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Clinical Assistant Professor (Management)-9 month appt
  • Missouri State University
  • Springfield, MO
  • Posting Details Position Information Position Title Clinical Assistant Professor (Management)-9 month appt Work Location...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Superintendent
  • Nabholz Corporation
  • Springfield, MO
  • Summary: Project Superintendent has full responsibility for the onsite production of the project. Superintendent is resp...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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EIT Nurse - Virtual Care Command Center (On-site)
  • Coxhealth
  • Springfield, MO
  • Summary Best in Class Work Environment 5x Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work Americas Greatest Workplaces 2023 Newswe...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Springfield, Missouri

Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498. As of 2017, the Census Bureau estimated its population at 167,376. It is the principal city of the Springfield metropolitan area, which has a population of 462,369 and includes the counties of Christian, Dallas, Greene, Polk, Webster. Springfield's nickname is "Queen City of the Ozarks" and it is known as the "Birthplace of Route 66". It is home to three universities, Missouri State University, Drury University, and Evangel University. Springf...
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Income Estimation for Child Life Specialist jobs
$48,126 to $60,309
Springfield, Missouri area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago
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What does a Child Life Specialist do?

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