Child Life Specialist- Fargo- Weekends

ND, Fargo
Sanford Health·Allied Health·Apr 29, 2026·Company Website

Compensation available in source system

Type

Part Time

Level

Mid Level

Education

Certification

Overview

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland....

Job Description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.



Work Shift:

Weekend (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

30

Compensation:

Salary Range: $23.00 - $34.50

$5,000 Sign-On bonus with a commitment

Union Position:

No

Department Details

We love the Fargo area as it is a great place for young families and individuals. It has a small community feel with aspects of a larger city you will love! Fargo has a booming and vibrant downtown area with many local shops, boutiques, and opportunities for entrepreneurs. Our growing community has many parks and courtyards that are also dog friendly. Come join us!

Summary

Develop, coordinate and implement the delivery of developmentally appropriate play activities, expressive arts, and special events for pediatric patients and their families within the health care setting, both at the bedside and in playroom settings.

Job Description

Serves as the child's advocate when collaborating with the healthcare team to determine suitable therapeutic interventions. Utilizes expert knowledge of child development, family systems theories, and the developmental effects of stress and trauma on children to establish appropriate interventions to alleviate distress. Promotes family-centered care and facilitates the strengthening of positive coping and resiliency skills within the healthcare setting. Provides ongoing assessment of interventions used. Provides oversight and direction for utilization of volunteers in Child Life department. Possesses expert knowledge of medical diagnosis and procedures. Understands special needs of children with chronic or disabling conditions, with expertise in the use of play activities in a health care environment and in-depth knowledge of research regarding children in health care settings.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Human Development, or related field required. Completion of 600 hour hospital Child Life internship required prior to hire.

Minimum two years experience working with various age groups of children is preferred. Experience working with pediatric population in a therapeutic setting desired.

Certification as a Child Life Specialist (CCLS) is required or must be obtained within one year of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of hire.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

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