Local Contract Child Life Specialist

Company: PeopleMed a division of All About People
Location: Louisville
Posted on: March 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description PeopleMed a division of All About People is seeking a local contract Child Life Specialist for a local contract job in Louisville, Kentucky. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Child Life Specialist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Start Date: 03/29/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours, days - Employment Type: Local Contract MUST BE CURRENTLY CERIFIED THROUGH CCLS Local rate Must reside 75 miles from facility for travel rate Duties: Job Summary: The role of the Child Life Therapist is to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate psychosocial patient/family needs for patients aged neonatal to 17 years (Neonates, Pediatric, Adolescent). The Child Life Therapist provides psychosocial support to meet the needs of the patients and families; plans and coordinates activities designed to further the social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth of the child within the inpatient and outpatient setting, utilizing age appropriate principles of growth and development; acts an advocate for the patients and families; performs other related duties. The Norton Children’s name stands for high-quality pediatric care across a spectrum of specialties and locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. It comprises two hospitals, a medical center, regional outpatient centers, and primary and specialty care physician practices. Norton Children’s is a comprehensive network of highly trained pediatricians, pediatric specialists and support services providing care for children of all ages. As the need for pediatric care has grown in our region, so has the footprint of Norton Children’s. Our medical facilities currently serve more than 200,000 patients and see over 1 million patient visits each year. null Skills: Required Skills & Experience: -One (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting. Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A null Education: Required Education: -Bachelor's Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, Education or other health-related field. Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -Certified Child Life Specialist. PeopleMed a division of All About People Job ID 2093. About PeopleMed a division of All About People PeopleMed works with the best and the brightest medical professionals developing deep relationships with every clinician on our team. We understand the demand for excellence, efficient service and timely follow up, while never compromising. We are honored to represent our registry to ensure that all of their individual needs are met every step of the way. - Transparent communication and a nurse-first approach. - PeopleMed offers competitive hourly rates. - Potential for stipends, bonuses, overtime, and benefits (health insurance and 401(k). - Flexible scheduling & work-life balance - Opportunity to work in different healthcare settings (hospitals, clinics, long-term care, etc.). - Dedicated recruiters and career advisors help with job placements and career advancement. Benefits - 401k retirement plan

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