Child Life Specialist-Cystic Fibrosis Clinic

SUNY Upstate is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Child Life Specialist to be part of Upstate's Pediatric Child Life Team, working for the Cystic Fibrosis Clinic in a part-time role to support patients and families in the Greater Syracuse-Auburn Area with this disease.

• Provide developmental and psychosocial support for pediatric patients and families.
• Assess children's developmental and coping needs.
• Provide preparation, age-appropriate diversion and emotional support to minimize distress associated with hospitalization and/or medical encounters.
• Collaborates as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team.

• Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology or related field.
• Must have completed a Child Life Internship under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.
• Current Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential required or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.

• Master's Degree preferred.

• Part-Time
• Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

• Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Choice of health, dental and vision benefits, Well-Being plans and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.