Child Life Specialist - Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Child Life Specialist

• Pediatric Hematology/Oncology East Carolina University, United States 2 days ago

Location:

Greenville, SOUTH

CAROLINA

Deadline:

02 Jun 2026 Position Details Position Information Job Title Child Life Specialist

• Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Position Number 964593 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Time-Limited No Department Homepage peds.

ecu/hematology/ Advertising Department

PEDS-HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY

Division ECU Health/BSOM Classification Title 14701 Medical Therapeutic Specialist Competency Level 2

• Journey Working Title Child Life Specialist
• Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Recruitment Range $44,513
• $94,487 Anticipated Hiring Range $60,000
• $68,000 Salary Grade Equivalency NC16 Work Schedule M-F Work Hours 8-5 Position Location (City) Greenville Job Category Staff
• Medical Organizational Unit Overview The Department of Pediatrics is one of the largest clinical departments within the East Carolina University School of Medicine.

The mission of the Department is to provide quality patient care, to teach medical students and residents, and to do research. It consists of 16 sections, Pediatric Outpatient Center, and laboratories (research and clinical), The sections of the Department are: Administration; Adolescent; Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics; Developmental Evaluation Clinic; Endocrinology; Gastroenterology; General; Genetics; Hematology/Oncology; Infectious Disease; Neonatology; Nephrology; Neurology; and Rheumatology. The Department is funded from State appropriated monies, practice plan generated income, and by grants awarded. It is the mission of the Department of Pediatrics, East Carolina University School of Medicine, to provide exemplary medical education/training of physicians in pediatric medicine at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additionally, it is the mission of the department to provide model comprehensive primary and consultative subspecialty care to children of eastern North Carolina, to advance scientific knowledge through basic and clinical research, and to provide continuing medical education opportunities for physicians in the region. The achievement of this mission requires a full faculty commitment to the goals and operations of the Department of Pediatrics, the East Carolina University School, Brody School of Medicine. Brody School of Medicine operates within ECU Health under a joint operating agreement. Job Duties The Child Life Specialist provides comprehensive Child Life services to pediatric hematology and oncology patients and families in the outpatient clinic and affiliated ECU Health settings. This position functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team and supports clinical care, education, and program development.

• Conducts developmental, psychosocial, and coping assessments and develops individualized Child Life care plans
• Provides preparation, education, and procedural support for medical procedures using developmentally appropriate interventions
• Delivers therapeutic play, medical play, and expressive activities to promote coping, development, and emotional well-being
• Documents assessments, interventions, and patient progress in the electronic health record and communicates findings to the care team
• Provides emotional support, education, advocacy, and referrals for patients and caregivers, including coordination with community resources
• Participates in interdisciplinary meetings, patient care conferences, and clinic operations to support high-quality patient care
• Selects, orients, supervises, and evaluates Child Life practicum students, interns, volunteers, and observers in accordance with certification standards
• Develops and maintains Child Life training materials, manuals, and educational resources
• Plans and conducts Child Life educational in-services and contributes to staff and community education efforts
• Collaborates with ECU Health Child Life programs and clinic leadership to ensure continuity of care and program alignment
• Assists with planning and implementation of patient programs, camps, special events, and community awareness initiatives
• Maintains Child Life certification and required continuing education
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor, division chief, or program director

CLINICAL SUPPORT POSITION

• NOT

SUBJECT TO STATE HUMAN RESOURCES ACT.

Employment in this position provides eligibility to participate in the UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP) which offers matching employer contributions and employee control of investment choices, along with eligibility to participate in various Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans (401k, 403b, 457). This position is not eligible to participate in the NC Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS). Additionally, this position offers multiple voluntary options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance as well as various supplemental plans including Critical Illness, Flexible Spending Accounts, Cancer, and Disability. While this position is not automatically eligible for the NC Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS), new hires transferring from another North Carolina state agency and current ECU employees transferring internally who had been enrolled in TSERS in their previous employment will continue participation in TSERS. These individuals may be able to elect to participate in ORP if they had not been offered that option at the time of their initial enrollment into TSERS. Minimum Education/Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in the therapeutic specialty area to which assigned. Some positions may require additional training, certifications, or licensure in speech pathology, audiology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or other fields. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. License or Certification required by statute or regulation None Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education Bachelor's degree in child life, child development, psychology, or a related field. Related fields include but not limited to: Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) Psychology Child Development Family Sciences or Counseling Sociology Social Work Education Therapeutic Recreation License or Certification required by the Department Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) Special Instructions to Applicant Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment). Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement. Job Open Date 05/19/2026 Job Close Date

• Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.

m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. 06/02/2026 Open Until Filled No Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting ecu.peopleadmin/postings/91224 Alternate option If no applicants who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. Nondiscrimination Statement East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinatorecu . Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employmentecu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.