Child Life Specialist jobs in Tacoma, WA

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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Manager-Child Life Services
  • Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
  • Tacoma, WA FULL_TIME
  • Job Details

    Job ID: 120832
    Location: Tacoma, WA
    Entity: Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
    Category: Management/Supervisory
    Specialty: Management/Supervisory
    Department: Child Life & Fam Cent Care MBH
    Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
    FTE: 1
    Primary Shift: Day
    Work Schedule: Day
    The reasons to work at MultiCare are as unique as the people who do. Join us for the professional challenges you seek. In the settings you prefer. With schedules that fit your life. Learn more at www.multicarejobs.org

    Position Summary:
    The Manager will be accountable for the development and operational leadership of the Child Life department at Mary Bridge Children’s Health Network. This individual is responsible for the administrative and clinical supervision of this program and also has oversight over Mary Bridge volunteers and special visitors from the community. Additionally, they will liaison with MultiCare Health System (MHS) Patient Experience and Mary Bridge operational leaders for creating and improving the patient and family experience. They will apply the knowledge and skills necessary to lead a team of professionals that provide age-appropriate care and advocacy for patients and their families. In addition, this position is also responsible to promote family-centered care practices and leadership to ensure that Child Life spaces reflect the high MHS standards of excellence.

    Minimum Requirements:
    Five (5) years of experience as a Child Life Specialist
    Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity

    Education/Licenses/Certifications:
    Bachelor’s Degree required
    Master's degree in a relevant subject area such as Nursing, Child Life, Social Work, Psychology, Healthcare Administration preferred
    Certified Child Life Specialist

    Compensation Range:
    M23 - Min: $41.42-Max: $59.60

  • 19 Days Ago

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Bilingual, Family Resource Center Specialist
  • Child Care Resources (WA)
  • Kent, WA FULL_TIME
  • JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: Bilingual, Family Resource Center Specialist Salary Range: $52,000-$60,000 FLSA Status: Non-exempt REPORTS TO: Family Resource Center Department Manager AGENCY SUMMARY: Brigh...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Operations Specialist
  • AO Globe Life
  • Kent, WA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for an Operations Specialist to work with our IT team to support our over the phone operations. The ideal candidate will be hard working, self-motivated and innovative. This person will...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Employment Specialist
  • Comprehensive Life Resources
  • Tacoma, WA OTHER
  • Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Tacoma Ave - Tacoma, WA Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Degree or Experience Salary Range: $18.50 - $23.70 Hourly Travel Percentage: Travel withi...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Child and Youth Program Specialist
  • Vine Maple Place
  • Kent, WA FULL_TIME
  • Child and Youth Program Specialist Key Information Reports To: Child & Youth Program Senior Manager Location: Kent, WA Supervises: None Base Pay: $22-$27 DOE / Hour Job Classification: FT, Non-Exempt ...
  • 5 Days Ago

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FCS Housing Specialist
  • Comprehensive Life Resources
  • Tacoma, WA OTHER
  • Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Tacoma Ave - Tacoma, WA Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Degree or Experience Salary Range: $18.50 - $23.70 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category: No...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Child Care Teacher- West Seattle
  • Bright Horizons
  • Seattle, WA
  • **_Do you love working with Infants through Early Preschool?_** **_Bright Horizons is hiring full time dedicated teacher...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nanny/Babysitter
  • Crunch Care
  • Renton, WA
  • Job Description Job Description Love working with kids? This is the job for you! Flexible scheduling via our app. You ca...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, National K-12 Education
  • Ballmer Group
  • Bellevue, WA
  • The Organization Ballmer Group Philanthropy is committed to improving economic mobility for children and families in the...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Care Assistant Teacher - South Lake Union
  • Bright Horizons
  • Seattle, WA
  • **_Do you love working with young children? Bright Horizons is hiring dedicated assistant teachers who are loving, inspi...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Early Care Educator (Teacher) - Las Vegas, NV
  • Candelen
  • Seattle, WA
  • Job Type Full-time Description Be A Part of Something Bigger! Join the team that supports parents and caregivers through...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nanny/Babysitter
  • CareCrunch
  • Renton, WA
  • Job Description Love working with kids? This is the job for you! Flexible scheduling via our app. You can choose the shi...
  • 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Care Teacher - Capitol Hill
  • Bright Horizons
  • Seattle, WA
  • **_Do you love working with Infants through Early Preschool?_** **_Bright Horizons is hiring dedicated teachers who are ...
  • 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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School Military and Family Life Counselor - Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
  • Leidos
  • Tacoma, WA
  • Description Seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed I...
  • 2/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washington's Puget Sound, 32 miles (51 km) southwest of Seattle (of which it is the largest satellite city), 31 miles (50 km) northeast of the state capital, Olympia, and 58 miles (93 km) northwest of Mount Rainier National Park. The population was 198,397, according to the 2010 census. Tacoma is the second-largest city in the Puget Sound area and the third largest in the state. Tacoma also serves as the center of business activity for the South Sound re...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Child Life Specialist jobs
$57,548 to $72,116
Tacoma, Washington area prices
were up 2.8% from a year ago

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