Child Life Volunteer Jobs
Child Life Volunteer jobs are open across pediatric hospitals, children's specialty clinics, and nonprofit health organizations, at every level from first-time volunteer to experienced child development practitioner, with specializations in therapeutic play, family support, and procedure preparation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Wichita,
Kansas
- Part Time
Hospice Volunteer Coordinator
Angels Care Hospice
Why Choose Angels Care Hospice?
Angels Care Hospice has a simple philosophy: WE SERVE PATIENTS. Over the past 20+ years, we have grown to be one of the largest Home Health Care providers, with over 80 locations located throughout the US.
Angels Care Hospice is Nationally Recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’!
Overview:
The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for planning, recruiting, coordinating, and managing all volunteer program activities.
Essential Job Duties:
- Develop and maintain volunteer training and orientation program.
- Establish a need for volunteer services with the patient, family/caregiver, and entire hospice team.
- Supervise and evaluate volunteers in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Maintains current personnel files on active volunteers.
- Coordinate support & education meetings.
- Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.
- Provides information to individuals and community groups about hospice volunteer services.
- Participates, as needed, in the budget preparation for program development.
- Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
- Monitors continuous compliance with Medicare and other licensure regulations.
- Responsible for documenting and tracking appropriate volunteer statistical information.
- Ensures a minimum of 5% of the total number of patient care hours are provided by volunteers in administrative and/or direct patient care roles.
Qualifications:
- College degree preferred.
- Two years’ experience of management and supervision.
- Ability to supervise, coordinate, and evaluate volunteer services.
- Understands hospice philosophy.
- Organize and develop volunteer hospice personnel for both patient and organizational needs.
- Manage a group of individuals providing volunteer time and who will be considered employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Date Posted: 11/12/2026
Location: Wichita,
Kansas
Wichita,
Kansas
- Part Time
Hospice Volunteer Coordinator
Angels Care Hospice
Why Choose Angels Care Hospice?
Angels Care Hospice has a simple philosophy: WE SERVE PATIENTS. Over the past 20+ years, we have grown to be one of the largest Home Health Care providers, with over 80 locations located throughout the US.
Angels Care Hospice is Nationally Recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’!
Overview:
The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for planning, recruiting, coordinating, and managing all volunteer program activities.
Essential Job Duties:
- Develop and maintain volunteer training and orientation program.
- Establish a need for volunteer services with the patient, family/caregiver, and entire hospice team.
- Supervise and evaluate volunteers in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Maintains current personnel files on active volunteers.
- Coordinate support & education meetings.
- Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.
- Provides information to individuals and community groups about hospice volunteer services.
- Participates, as needed, in the budget preparation for program development.
- Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
- Monitors continuous compliance with Medicare and other licensure regulations.
- Responsible for documenting and tracking appropriate volunteer statistical information.
- Ensures a minimum of 5% of the total number of patient care hours are provided by volunteers in administrative and/or direct patient care roles.
Qualifications:
- College degree preferred.
- Two years’ experience of management and supervision.
- Ability to supervise, coordinate, and evaluate volunteer services.
- Understands hospice philosophy.
- Organize and develop volunteer hospice personnel for both patient and organizational needs.
- Manage a group of individuals providing volunteer time and who will be considered employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Date Posted: 11/12/2026
Location: Wichita,
Kansas
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Who's Hiring
- Phoenix Union High School District19
- Gentiva13
- LifeWise Academy13
- YMCA12
- Passion for Life10
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in child life volunteer jobs.
- Enrollment in or completion of a child life or child development degree program
- Minimum age requirement, typically 16 or 18 years old depending on the facility
- Completion of a tuberculosis test and immunization verification before start
- Background check clearance including fingerprinting for work with minors
- Ability to commit to a consistent weekly schedule for a defined volunteer term
- Basic familiarity with therapeutic play techniques and age-appropriate activities
Tips for Your Child Life Volunteer Job Search
Tailor your resume for pediatric settings
Highlight any hands-on experience with children in clinical, camp, or educational environments. Mention specific age groups you've worked with and any coursework in child development or family-centered care, since pediatric hiring teams screen for both.
List your CCLS coursework hours accurately
Many programs list a required minimum of observation or practicum hours. Clearly state the hours you've completed and the setting, whether inpatient, outpatient, or emergency, so coordinators can quickly verify eligibility without chasing you down.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists child life volunteer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target departments beyond general pediatrics
Child life volunteers are recruited into oncology, NICU, emergency, and palliative units, not just general pediatric floors. Searching by department rather than just job title surfaces openings that many applicants miss entirely.
Prepare scenario answers about distress and boundaries
Interviewers for child life roles consistently ask how you'd respond to a distressed child or a family in crisis. Practice specific, structured answers that show you understand your scope as a volunteer and when to escalate to a certified specialist.
Follow up with the volunteer coordinator directly
Child life programs often have small staffs and high application volumes. A brief, professional follow-up email to the volunteer coordinator three to five days after submitting your application keeps you visible without being intrusive.
Child Life Volunteer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most child life volunteers?
The most active employers for child life volunteers right now are Phoenix Union High School District, Gentiva, and LifeWise Academy, and the most openings are in Texas, Arizona, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Children's hospitals and pediatric specialty centers tend to run the largest and most structured volunteer programs year-round.
How many child life volunteer jobs are remote?
About 49% of child life volunteer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most child life work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or virtual formats include telehealth preparation coaching, sibling support programming, and administrative coordination roles within larger volunteer departments.
How do you become a child life volunteer?
Start by identifying pediatric hospitals or children's specialty clinics in your area that have formal volunteer programs, since not all facilities accept direct applications. Submit an application through the facility's volunteer services office, complete required health screenings and background checks, then attend orientation before beginning your assigned shifts. Enrolling in a child life or child development academic program strengthens your application significantly.
Can you get a child life volunteer role with little or no experience?
Yes, many programs are specifically designed for students who are early in their child development or psychology coursework. Facilities prioritize candidates who demonstrate genuine comfort around children, an understanding of family-centered care principles, and reliability. Volunteering in a camp, tutoring, or youth mentorship setting beforehand gives you concrete examples to reference during the application and interview process.
What does the child life volunteer interview process look like?
Most programs begin with a written application reviewed by the volunteer coordinator, followed by a one-on-one interview that covers your motivation, availability, and how you handle emotionally challenging situations with children and families. Some facilities also include a brief facility tour or shadow observation before making a final decision. Health documentation and background clearance are typically completed after a conditional acceptance.
Where can I find and apply to child life volunteer jobs?
You can find and apply to child life volunteer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your availability, experience level, and preferred clinical setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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