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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Child Life Program Manager to oversee and coordinate child life services within a healthcare environment. The Child Life Program Manager is responsible for leading a team of child life specialists, developing and implementing therapeutic programs, and ensuring that pediatric patients and their families receive emotional, developmental, and psychosocial support during their healthcare experiences. This role requires a compassionate leader who can collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, advocate for the needs of children, and maintain high standards of care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child development, healthcare, and program management, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills. Key responsibilities include supervising staff, managing budgets, developing policies and procedures, and evaluating program effectiveness. The Child Life Program Manager will also provide direct support to patients and families, facilitate staff training, and contribute to strategic planning for pediatric services. This position plays a vital role in creating a supportive and healing environment for children and their families, ensuring that care is patient-centered and evidence-based. Candidates should be familiar with current best practices in child life, possess strong leadership abilities, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement. The role may also involve community outreach, fundraising, and collaboration with external partners to enhance program offerings. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families facing medical challenges, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding leadership opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Lead and supervise child life staff and volunteers.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate child life programs and services.
- Provide direct psychosocial support to pediatric patients and families.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to integrate child life services.
- Manage program budgets, resources, and administrative tasks.
- Develop and update policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Facilitate staff training and professional development.
- Advocate for the needs of children and families within the organization.
- Coordinate community outreach and fundraising initiatives.
- Monitor and report on program outcomes and effectiveness.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Child Life, Child Development, or related field.
- Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in child life or pediatric healthcare.
- Previous supervisory or management experience required.
- Strong knowledge of child development and family-centered care.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with program development and evaluation.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have managing child life or pediatric programs?
- How do you support staff development and team cohesion?
- Describe a time you advocated for a patient or family.
- How do you measure the effectiveness of child life services?
- What strategies do you use for budget management?
- How do you handle challenging situations with patients or families?
- What is your approach to interdisciplinary collaboration?
- How do you stay current with best practices in child life?
- Describe your experience with community outreach or fundraising.
- Why are you passionate about working in child life services?
