Job detail
Child Life Intern - Inpatient Pediatrics
Carle Health
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/14/2026
Location
Urbana, Illinois
Core responsibilities
The intern will observe and assist certified child life specialists in providing psychosocial support and therapeutic interventions to pediatric patients. Responsibilities include developing individualized care plans, facilitating play, and documenting patient assessments to promote normalization and coping.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in child development, early childhood education, psychology, or a related field. Selection is based on academic preparation, professional experience with children, and knowledge of child development.
bachelor degreeAdvocacyDocumentationMedical terminologyPatient assessmentInterdisciplinary collaborationPain managementBereavement supportCare planningChild developmentPsychosocial supportFamily-centered careCoping strategiesClinical observationTherapeutic play
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package