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Certified Child Life Specialist

Ascension Health

Evansville, INFull-time$20.29–29.68/hrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20.29–29.68/hr
Location
Evansville, IN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Child Life Professional CredentialACLP Eligibility RequirementBachelor's degree

Job overview

The Certified Child Life Specialist collaborates with the health‑care team to provide social, emotional, and developmental support to pediatric patients during illness and hospitalization. The role offers program creation, training opportunities with a sister hospital, and growth potential within the expanding Child Life team at Ascension St Vincent Evansville Children Center.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CollaborationProgram DevelopmentSelf‑SufficiencyMotivationEmotional Support

Qualifications

Child Life Professional CredentialBachelor's DegreeACLP Eligibility Requirement

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Your future role at a glance

  • Location: Evansville, IN

  • Hospital: Ascension St Vincent Evansville Children Center

  • Department: Pediatric Support Services

  • Schedule: Full time , Days

How you’ll make an impact in this role

  • Collaborate with the health care team to provide social, emotional, and developmental support during a pediatric patient's illness and hospitalization.

  • Peyton Manning Children's Hospital in Evansville, IN is currently a single person Child Life program, requiring applicants to be self-sufficient, experienced with a variety of ages and diagnoses, and show initiative.

  • This position will have training opportunities with a sister hospital in Indianapolis, that is made up of 12 CCLSs, Creative Arts Therapists, School Teacher, and Pet Therapy.

  • This position offers opportunity for program creation and implementation and is seeking an individual that is motivated and self-sufficient, with potential for growth in the organization as we work to expand our Child Life team within PMCH Evansville.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Child Life Professional credentialed from the Association of Child Life Professionals obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree required.

Additional Preferences:

  • Candidates are required to meet ACLP eligibility requirements prior to applying to ensure they can obtain CCLS certification within one year. Completion of, or securing, a child life internship establishes the timeline for earning CCLS credentials.

Benefits that help you thrive

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

  • Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 20.29

Max Salary 29.68

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