Child Life Specialist NICU

Company: Medical University of South Carolina
Location: Charleston
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Summary The Certified Child Life Specialists is to create, introduce and launch comprehensive child life programming that addresses the unique developmental and psychosocial needs of premature infants, their caregivers and siblings in our 80-bed, level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type? Regular Cost Center CC004545 CHS - CHW Foundation Funds Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-24 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Job Description This is a foundational role is responsible for designing and implementing Child Life services in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), The Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) plays a pivotal role, building a sustainable, developmentally supportive, and family-centered program. Focusing on the unique neurodevelopmental needs of premature infants, the CCLS will build a service incorporating education, play and sensory regulation techniques. The CCLS supports caregiver bonding to create healthy attachments and offers interventions that address medical trauma, long-term hospitalization and uncertain outcomes. This position requires a highly collaborative professional who can both deliver direct patient and family care and lead program development efforts. Additional Job Description Education: The appropriate candidate will have a master's degree in child life or a bachelor's degree in child life and one years of experience working in a child life program. NICU knowledge and involvement is preferred. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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