Child Life Specialist

Child Life Specialist (Contract Position)Windham, Maine Independent Contractor | Part-Time or Per-Session BasisAbout Us: Play Warriors is a pediatric therapy office offering therapy services dedicated to supporting children and families as they navigate medical challenges, emotional development, grief, loss, and trauma. We offer compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each child’s developmental and emotional needs. At this time we offer child life therapy, occupational therapy, nutritional therapy, integrative services as well as therapeutic playgroups, peer support groups and family therapeutic outings. We are seeking a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) to join our team on a contract basis. This individual will provide therapeutic, developmental, and emotional support services to children in a non-hospital private practice setting.Provide individual and family-based child life services, including therapeutic play, coping support, and psychoeducation.Support children through medical experiences, grief and loss, trauma, behavioral challenges, or major life changes (e.g., divorce, new diagnoses).Collaborate with caregivers, schools, and healthcare providers when appropriate to ensure continuity of care.Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client sessions and treatment plans.Deliver services in-office, in-home, virtually, or at community locations, as appropriate.Uphold ethical standards and adhere to the Child Life Code of Ethics and practice guidelines.Provide sessions at the center, virtually, in-home, and at external locations (out-patient offices, schools, etc.)Participate and facilitate peer support groups and therapeutic playgroups, as well as attend therapeutic outings (off-site). Qualifications: Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) in good standing.Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Child Life (Preferred), Psychology, Child Development, or related field.A minimum of 5 years of experience, working in-hospital or out-patient child life role or closely related field with a pediatric population and family-centered role with transferable skills.Experience working in private practice, home care, hospice, or community settings is a plus.Excellent communication, rapport-building, and organizational skills.Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.Liability insurance required.Background check clearance required.Compensation: • Competitive hourly or per-session rate, commensurate with experience. $60-$90/hrFlexible schedule based on caseload availability.To Apply: Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and two professional references to info@playwarriorsinc.com. Questions about the position? Please call us! 207-893-8075Play Warriors, Inc. 840 Roosevelt TrailWindham, Maine 04062207-893-8075www.playwarriorsinc.com