Child Life Specialist
Company: Norton Healthcare
Location: Louisville
Posted on: March 26, 2026
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Job Description:
The role of the Child Life Therapist/Facility Dog Handler 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. You may be eligible
for some of our programs: Relocation Assistance to help you make
the Louisville Metropolitan or Southern Indiana area your new home.
Employee Referral Incentive to support your networking and help
others join our team. Comprehensive Benefits to choose from to
support your needs. Norton Healthcare is committed to establishing
health equity in every neighborhood, and Norton West Louisville
Hospital is an example of that commitment put into action. Opened
in November of 2024, this state-of-the-art facility is at 850 South
28th Street and offers comprehensive services, including a 24-hour
emergency department, inpatient care, operating rooms and imaging
technology. It serves both adults and children. It’s designed with
the voice of the community in mind and will change health care for
generations to come. Qualifications Required: Completion of a 600
hour Child Life internship Bachelor Degree Completion of Bachelors
Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, Education or
other health-related field. Certified Child Life Specialist - Child
Life Certification or must be eligible to sit for exam. Must obtain
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential within 12 months
of hire. Desired: One year in a healthcare setting
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