How much does a Child Specialist make? The average Child Specialist salary is $158,756 as of November 25, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $147,316 and $170,015. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
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What does a Child Specialist do?
Child Specialist
Performs a variety of casework and group work duties, including gathering, analyzing and evaluating data related to cases and/or the program within which they function.
April 01, 2020
Prepare reports as required by executive director, superintendents, school director or other key personnel.
May 12, 2020
Demonstrates interest in professional growth activities such as agency and professional seminars and conferences, reading of professional materials and other professional opportunities to increase knowledge and skills.
May 19, 2020
Developing and implementing public health prevention programs for parents and young children to enhance their opportunities for cognitive, personal-social, language, and motor development.
June 08, 2020
Documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.
June 12, 2020
Participate in patient and family teaching and work collaboratively with other disciplines on the interdisciplinary team to maintain optimal standards of patient care and assure carryover of treatment plans/goals as indicated.
July 14, 2020
Provides child life services to patients and families as assessed and prioritized including psycho-social preparation for hospitalization, procedures, surgeries, and/or other potentially stressful events.
July 24, 2020
Child Specialist Salary in Major Cities
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Child Specialist Salary by City
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| City Name | Average Salary |
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| San Francisco, CA | $198,445 |
| Washington, DC | $176,727 |
| Miami, FL | $154,550 |
| Chicago, IL | $168,422 |
| Boston, MA | $178,870 |
| New York, NY | $190,983 |
| Dallas, TX | $157,724 |
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What is the average salary for Child Specialist in 2020?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Child Specialist in the United States. The base salary for Child Specialist ranges from $147,316 to $170,015 with the average base salary of $158,756. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $167,583 to $207,819 with the average total cash compensation of $188,215.
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| Average Salary | Average Salary Range | |
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| Base Salary | $158,756 | $147,316 - $170,015 |
| Bonus | $29,459 | $20,267 - $37,804 |
| Total Pay | $188,215 | $167,583 - $207,819 |
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
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What's the difference between Child Life Specialist and Child Specialist?
According to our latest salary estimation on November 25, 2020. The average salary of Child Specialist is $158,756, and the average salary of Child Life Specialist is $54,331. The average salary of Child Life Specialist is lower than Child Specialist. ( 2020-11-25 salary.com )
I am a Child Specialist, which location’s salary is higher, Springfield, MO or Fremont, NE?
Springfield, MO typically sees higher pay than Fremont, NE for Child Specialist. a Child Specialist Salary in Springfield, MO is $149,992 as of November 25, 2020; a Child Specialist Salary in Fremont, NE is $147,857 as of November 25, 2020. ( 2020-11-25 salary.com )
Child Specialist Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the salary of a Child Specialist vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2020-11-25 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Child Specialist?
Salary ranges for a Child Specialist can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2020-11-25 salary.com )
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Salaries are ultimately dictated by the position being applied to, and hiring company, but there are several important pay factors that come into play based on your individual history that could impact your value to the company. Salary.com's Personal Salary Report will analyze these factors for you to help you maximize your earning potential. ( 2020-11-25 salary.com )
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Last Update: November 25, 2020