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Child Life Specialist - part time
Company : Shriners Children's Florida
Location : Boston, MA, 02114
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
We are a premier pediatric specialty, research, and academic teaching hospital with a medical and research partnership with Massachusetts General Brigham. It is the world’s leading center for pediatric burn care and is the only American Burn Association (ABA) exclusively pediatric verified burn center in New England and New York.
Job Overview
The Child Life Specialist provides comprehensive, purposeful, developmentally appropriate, and culturally sensitive, family-centered care. This care is focused on meeting the psychosocial and developmental needs of children and families.
Schedule is 32 hours per week; 7:30am to 4pm M/T/TH/F. Flexibility to work occasional Wednesdays and weekends is strongly preferred.
The pay range for this position is $24.17 hourly to $32.87 hourly. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and department equity.
Responsibilities
- Performs an individualized assessment to college comprehensive and accurate data necessary to assess development, temperament, coping style, medical plan, cultural preferences and practices and available social supports in order to develop an individualized development plan.
- Plans and implements an individualized treatment plan that identifies goals and evidence based treatment intervention strategies
- Participates in interdisciplinary patient care planning
- Utilizes the EMR to document relevant patient and family information
- Plans, implements or assists with camps/workshops/special events.
This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Child Life, Child Development or related field
- Certified Child Life Specialist required within 6 months of employment
Preferred:
- Masters degree in Child Life, Child Development or related field
- One year’s experience in a hospital child life program
Shriners Children’s is an EOE/Drug-Free, Smoke-Free Workplace.
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Frequently asked questions
Boston’s healthcare environment emphasizes collaboration with top pediatric centers, impacting the Child Life Specialist’s approach. Local regulations and cultural diversity shape care methods uniquely compared to places like California or Texas, where community needs and hospital partnerships vary significantly.
Part-time roles typically involve around 32 hours weekly, with set daytime shifts plus occasional weekend or midweek flexibility. This balance suits professionals prioritizing work-life stability while engaging deeply in pediatric care within Boston's healthcare system.
While national Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) accreditation is essential, Massachusetts employers often value additional credentials related to pediatric psychology or trauma-informed care, reflecting Boston’s advanced pediatric care standards.
Shriners Children’s blends cutting-edge research with family-centered care, offering a distinctive work culture that values evidence-based practice and innovation. The affiliation with Massachusetts General Brigham enhances professional growth opportunities uncommon in typical hospital settings.
Yes, part-time staff receive access to comprehensive development programs, including mentorship and tuition reimbursement, supporting career advancement and deepening expertise in pediatric psychosocial care within a supportive environment.
Hourly wages range from approximately $24.17 to $32.87 in Boston, with compensation scaling based on years of experience and departmental equity to reflect skills and contributions within pediatric specialty care.
Strong developmental assessment abilities, cultural sensitivity, and proficiency in family-centered interventions rank highly. Additionally, familiarity with electronic medical records and interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial in Boston’s pediatric healthcare landscape.
Options include child and family specialist roles, pediatric therapy assistants, or education coordinators in healthcare settings. These positions leverage similar skills in child development and psychosocial support, often offering flexible schedules.
Demand is steady thanks to Boston’s concentration of pediatric hospitals and research centers. Competition rises with advanced qualifications and experience, while part-time roles offer entry points for professionals balancing other commitments.
Besides direct family support and developmental assessments, specialists often organize therapeutic camps and workshops. Part-time roles here integrate hands-on patient care with event planning, fostering holistic child and family support.