Child Life Specialist (CCLS) | Pediatric Hospice & Palliative Care | Full-Time

Child Life Specialist (CCLS)

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a leading hospice and palliative care provider in the DFW Metroplex, to hire a compassionate Child Life Specialist (CCLS). This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting pediatric patients and their families through serious illness with therapeutic interventions, developmental support, grief counseling, and psychosocial care. Reporting to the Director of Family Care Services and working closely with an interdisciplinary care team, you'll help children and families navigate complex medical journeys while connecting them with valuable community resources and family-centered support.

Schedule: Full-Time

What You'll Do

• Provide age-appropriate therapeutic interventions and developmental support
• Conduct psychosocial and coping assessments for pediatric patients and families
• Facilitate grief counseling, sibling support, and bereavement services
• Use medical play and therapeutic activities to help children understand and cope with illness
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support patient care planning and psychosocial needs
• Educate and support parents, caregivers, and healthcare teams on child development and coping strategies
• Connect families with community resources, support groups, and programs
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree required
• Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) certification required
• Minimum 1 year of Child Life Specialist experience
• Pediatric healthcare, hospice, or palliative care experience preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, relationship-building & organizational skills
• Valid Texas Driver's License, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance

Additional Requirements

• Expertise in child development and family-centered care
• Experience with grief, bereavement, and psychosocial support
• Skilled in medical play and therapeutic interventions
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
• Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-focused approach

What You Can Expect

• Benefits & Perks
• Competitive salary and mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and short term/long term insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off, 6 paid holidays, flexible days
• Training and development opportunities
• Education Reimbursement Assistance Program
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team environment

If you're passionate about helping children and families navigate life's most challenging moments with compassion and expertise, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in a rewarding career where your work truly makes a difference.