Child Life Assistant - PRN

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resilience program

Emotional support programs

On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)

Discounted Pharmacy Cost

PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental

Job summary

UMC Health System is seeking a Child Life Assistant to support infants, children, youth, and families with developmentally appropriate activities. You will assist in the playroom and at bedside under supervision, fostering therapeutic play and education as directed by Child Life staff.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of experience with children, preferably in healthcare. CPR/BLS certification within 12 months is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• +1 year experience with children in group setting, preferably healthcare.
• CPR certification or BLS must be attained within 12 months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: plan, conduct, and evaluate activities for the playroom and bedside.
• Collaborate with Child Life Specialist and healthcare professionals; share patient needs and responses as appropriate.
• Maintain safe, clean play environment; ensure toys/books/supplies are safe per protocol.

Skills

Child development

Interpersonal skills

Family communication

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Summary

Under the supervision of Manager/Director/Certified Child Life Specialist, the Child Life Assistant is responsible for supporting infants, children, youth, and families by providing developmentally appropriate activities including therapeutic play, preparation and education as directed /developed by professional Child Life staff. Reports to: Child Life Specialist/Director, PICU

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care-Plans, conducts, and evaluates activities for the playroom and at bedside to support proper developmental age.
• Facilitate patient interaction in collaboration with the Child Life Specialist; Responsible for sharing significant information regarding patient needs/response with Child Life Specialists and other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
• Support Playroom/Play: Includes maintaining safe and clean environment ensuring toys, books, supplies, and materials are clean and in safe conditions according to protocol and infection prevention control practices
• Provide training and directions to volunteers
• Assist with special events, visitors, groups, and donation inquiries, delivery/pick-up, organization, and storage
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• + 1 year prior experience working with children in group setting, preferably in healthcare setting

Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations

• CPR certification or BLS must be attained within 12 months from date of hire

Skills and Abilities

• Able to champion national standards of care for the Geriatric population, specific to delirium prevention.
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to the mission and vision of UMC Health System, upholding the Standards of Excellence.
• Strong background knowledge of child growth and development
• Ability to support family-centered care through communication and involvement of parents and other family members.
• Possess the interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate with patients, families, and staff.

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

This position will interact closely with nursing staff, patients and their family members, and other department and hospital staff throughout the hospital.

Physical Capabilities

Work may frequently require standing, walking, lifting, and transporting of supplies. Work is of medium demand. Speaking and hearing to converse with staff members, are required. Adequate hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills are required. Near visual acuity is required to work with charts and records.

Environmental Working Conditions

Works in well-lighted, heated, ventilated building. Hours may vary to accommodate needs in the department. Exposure to blood borne pathogens is of low risk. May be required to work in areas other than primary assignment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.

Benefits

• Resilience program
• Emotional
• Physical
• Spiritual
• Financial
• Career
• Community
• On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)
• Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
• PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards

• Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country
• Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals.
• Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

About UMC Magnet Designated

• 501 licensed beds
• 62 Site locations
• Regions only Level I Trauma Center
• Regions only BICU DNV accredited
• Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC)
• Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly

UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards

• Culture: Service is Our Passion
• Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare.
• Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient.
• Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMCP

• 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers
• Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers
• Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly
• Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates