Location: Golisano Childrens Hospital of Southwest Florida | ---------- | Department: Child Life | ---------- | Workdays/Nights: Days |
9981 S. HealthPark Drive | ---------- | Shift: Shift 2 | ---------- | 11:00:00 AM to 7:00:00 PM |
Fort Myers,FL33908 | ---------- | Work Type: Full Time | ---------- | Exempt: Yes |
Now Offering up to $4,500 in Hiring Incentives!
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of infants, children, youth, and families? Do you believe in the power of compassionate care and support during challenging times? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic team where youll be valued for being you!
At Lee Health, were not just a workplace; were a family. We embrace diversity and celebrate individuality, recognizing that each team member brings unique strengths and perspectives to our mission of providing exceptional care. As a Child Life Specialist, youll make a meaningful impact and play a vital role in supporting our community.
Key Responsibilities :
Utilize evidence-based, developmentally and psychologically appropriate interventions to support infants, children, youth, and families.
Provide therapeutic play, preparation, and education to reduce fear, anxiety, and pain during medical procedures.
Champion the philosophy of family-centered care, ensuring the psychosocial needs of children and families are met throughout their hospital journey.
Join us at Lee Health and be valued as a person, not just an employee, within a culture built on teamwork, empowerment, and continuous improvement. We have created something truly exceptional in Southwest Florida, with careers for compassionate health care professionals eager to realize their full potential across a diversity of opportunities throughout our health system. Come be recognized for your personal contributions with your new family at Lee Health and let our growth be the catalyst for your success.
Lee Health consists of four acute care hospitals: Lee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Cape Coral Hospital, and two specialty hospitals: Golisano Childrens Hospital of Southwest Florida and The Rehabilitation Hospital. We also offer over 90 physician offices, expanding Home Health division, Skilled Nursing Facilities and more. At Lee Health, we see over 1 million patient contacts each year, making us one of the largest public health systems in Florida.
Why is Lee Health for YOU?
| Degree/Diploma Obtained | Program of Study | Required/ Preferred | and/or |
| Bachelors | Child Development | Required | or |
| Bachelors | Child Life | Required | or |
| Bachelors | Child and Family Studies | Required |
| Minimum Years Required | Area of Experience | Required/ Preferred | and/or |
| No experience required | Preferred |
Completion of minimum of 480 hour Child Life Internship Required
| Licenses | Required/ Preferred | and/or |
| Not Required |
| Certificates/Registrations | Required/ Preferred | and/or |
| CCLS (Certified Child Life Specialist) | Required | and |
| BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) | Required |
Child Life Certification required to obtain within 12 months of hire. BLS required to obtain within 3 months of hire.
Child Life Certification, or candidate for certification.
US:FL:Fort Myers
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