Travel Child Life Specialist

Company: Talent4Health
Location: Louisville
Posted on: January 27, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Talent4Health is seeking a travel Child Life Specialist for a travel job in Louisville, Kentucky. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Child Life Specialist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Start Date: 02/16/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Job Title: Child Life Specialist Job Summary - The Child Life Specialist is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating psychosocial care for pediatric patients ranging from neonates to adolescents (birth through 17 years). - This role focuses on supporting the emotional, social, developmental, and psychological well-being of patients and their families across inpatient and outpatient settings. - The Child Life Specialist serves as a patient and family advocate and collaborates with the healthcare team to promote positive coping, reduce stress, and support optimal development during medical experiences. Key Responsibilities - Assess the psychosocial and developmental needs of pediatric patients and their families. - Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate therapeutic and educational interventions that support social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. - Provide emotional support, preparation, and coping strategies for patients undergoing medical procedures or hospitalization. - Facilitate therapeutic play, activities, and programs tailored to developmental stages and individual needs. - Advocate patients and families to ensure their psychosocial needs are addressed within the healthcare environment. - Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to integrate psychosocial care into treatment plans. - Support families through education, guidance, and emotional reassurance. - Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory standards. - Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Skills & Experience - Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a healthcare setting. Required Education - Bachelor’s degree in child Life, Child Development, Psychology, Education, or another related health-focused field. Required Certifications & Licensure - Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS). If you have any concerns or preferences regarding shifts, weekly pay, or location, please let me know. I will review your preferences and inform you of the options that best suit your needs. This is Prem, a Healthcare Recruiter at Talent4Health. Thank you! About Talent4Health A leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US. With countless prestigious clients under our umbrella, backed up by passionate and hard-working recruiters, we are a team you have been looking for! Why Choose us? When it comes to choosing a recruitment agency, it’s imperative to consider what all they have to offer. 1. Proficiency: Our seasoned team of professionals has years of experience and we are dedicated to provide the highest quality service to our clients and candidates. 2. Personalized service: We understand that every candidate is unique, and we work closely with each one to develop a customized plan that meets their specific needs. 3. Consistency: We are devoted to offer dependable recruitment solutions for our candidates, and we are always a phone call away for all their questions or concerns. 4. Comprehensive care: Our healthcare recruitment team works for different specialties, so there is a job for everyone. If this is all that excites you, do visit http://www.talent4health.com today!

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