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The Child Life Specialist will assess the psychosocial needs of patients and their families to offer and implement supportive, therapeutic interventions such as preparation for health care encounters, procedural support and coping strategies, and opportunities for various types of play.
The Child Life Specialist will be an advocate for pediatric patients and visitors and serve as a resource for other hospital staff in areas of child development, family-centered care, trauma-informed care, age appropriate and developmentally appropriate interactions, and bereavement support.
Responsibilities;
0-2 years of experience required, 3-5 years of experience preferred
Bachelor's degree required in child life or other closely related field
Certified Child Life Specialist certification required
Must have completed 600+ hour Child Life Internship
Skills/Qualifications
Communication – Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers
CPR-BLS preferred
PRN days
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