Certified Child Life Specialist Sickle Cell

Certified Child Life Specialist for Sickle Cell

Join to apply for the Certified Child Life Specialist for Sickle Cell role at MUSC Health. This new and exciting position expands psychosocial services for pediatric patients living with Sickle Cell Disease. The Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) will provide developmentally appropriate support across inpatient and outpatient settings, addressing the unique psychosocial, emotional, and developmental needs of this population, including support during painful episodes, frequent hospitalizations, and complex care journeys.

A critical component will involve creating and leading a structured transition‑to‑adult care program, ensuring patients and families are prepared for long‑term success.

Inpatient:

• Provide consistent Child Life coverage to sickle cell patients admitted for acute pain crises, procedures, and other medical needs.
• Normalize the hospital environment through play, peer interaction, and therapeutic activities.
• Create and facilitate coping strategies to assist with pain management and extended admissions.

Outpatient:

• Attend sickle cell clinic visits and outpatient infusions to offer procedural support, education, therapeutic play, and continuity of care.
• Provide diagnosis‑specific education to patients and families as they progress through the life span.
• Build long‑term therapeutic relationships with patients and families by maintaining a consistent presence in the outpatient setting.

• Master’s degree in Child Life or bachelor’s degree with 2 years of work experience in a child life setting. Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential required.
• Familiarity with the needs of children living with sickle cell disease or other chronic illnesses preferred.
• Experience or interest in transition‑to‑adult care initiatives strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to health equity, pediatric medical emotional safety, and trauma‑informed care.

Additional Information:
Master’s degree in Child Life or bachelor's degree with 2 years of work experience in a child life setting. Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential required. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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