Child Life Specialist - Per Diem - Days Flex

Job description

Start Date:
09/01/2026
End Date:
09/30/2026
Description:
All-Embracing Pediatric Care:
Child Life Specialists Make It Possible
Child Life Specialist - Per Diem - Days
At NewYork-Presbyterian, we’re uniting the brightest minds in pediatric care to support the health and happiness of our patients. Join us. Step into a dynamic Child Life Department to work side-by-side with respected leaders of our field. In a culture of leadership and legendary patient focus, you can be a key part of an amazing team.
In this role, as the Child Life Specialist (CLS), you will have an exciting opportunity to provide psychosocial and developmentally based assessments and support for patients and their families. As an active member of the interdisciplinary care team based at NYP/Westchester, you will strive to enhance the quality of patient care through participation, documentation, and communication of care plans and treatment goals.
Our accredited Child Life Specialists collaborate with nurses, social workers, and clinical professionals to create a normalized healthcare environment for young patients. We provide age-appropriate activities and diversions.
Preferred Criteria
• 1 year of experience with hospitalized children

Required Criteria
• Child Life Council verified Internship hours (minimum 480 hours)
• Certified Child Life Specialist by the Child Life Council
• Bachelor's Degree in Child Life, Child Development or closely related field

Salary Range:
$43.00/Hourly
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.