CHILD LIFE SPECIALIST

COOPER PEDIATRICS; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Child Life Specialist to join their team. This role involves assessing the psychosocial needs of pediatric patients and implementing therapeutic interventions to support their emotional well-being. You will work closely with families and medical staff, providing essential resources and education to enhance patient care. The organization is committed to professional development and offers a comprehensive benefits program, making it an ideal environment for career growth. If you are passionate about child development and patient advocacy, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 0-2 years experience required, 3-5 years preferred.
• Certified Child Life Specialist certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides Child Life services in pediatric units.
• Assesses psychosocial and developmental needs of patients/families.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Life or related field

Child Life Certification

Job description

CHILD LIFE SPECIALIST
Camden, NJ
Job ID 40181 Job Type Full Time
Shift Day
Specialty Nursing/Clinical Support

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About us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

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:

1.Provides Child Life services in pediatric units as assigned and in other units as consulted

2.Assesses psychosocial and developmental needs of patients/families and implements or adapts services and goals as needed

3.Utilizes therapeutic interventions such as psychological preparation, procedural support, therapeutic play, medical play, bereavement support, etc. to facilitate coping with hospitalization

4.Provides developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed education and emotional support for children about health care encounters, the hospital environment, new diagnoses or injuries, grief, etc.

5.Documents interventions and services in a timely manner within the patient's electronic health record

6.Works as part of the multi-disciplinary team to communicate, collaborate, educate, and advocate for patient- and family-centered care

7.Delegates appropriate duties to Activities Assistants and volunteers, supervises practicum students as assigned

8.Complies with professional, ethical, and educational standards in accordance with the Association of Child Life Professionals

Experience Required

0-2 years experience required, 3-5 years preferred

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree required in Child Life or related field, or a Bachelors with a completed Child Life Certification

License/Certification Requirements

Certified Child Life Specialist certification required- Must obtain certification within 12 months of hire

Must have completed 600+ hour Child Life Internship

Skills/Qualifications

Communication - Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers

Special Requirements

full time, 40 hours a week

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