Child Life Specialist

Ascension; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet and legal insurance options

Job summary

Ascension's St Alexius Medical Center in Elk Grove Village, IL seeks a full-time safety-focused professional for the Med Surg Unit. You will uphold a safe environment, respond to incidents, and assist with emergency preparedness drills within a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities include staff education on emergency procedures and patrols to enforce safety rules, with credentialing required within 12 months of hire. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Child Life Professional credentialed within 12 months of hire date or transfer date.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR an Associate/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment for staff, visitors and property through proactive monitoring and prompt incident response.
• Investigate incidents, document safety hazards and assist with emergency drills.
• Educate and guide staff on emergency management procedures to improve campus safety readiness.
• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols, enforce traffic guidelines and report equipment concerns.

Skills

Safety awareness

Incident response

Staff education

Education

HS diploma equivalency with 2 years experience OR Associate/Technical degree OR 4 years related experience

Job description

• Maintain a safe environment for staff, visitors and property through proactive monitoring and prompt incident response.
• Investigate incidents, document safety hazards and assist with emergency preparedness drills.
• Educate and guide staff on emergency management procedures to improve campus safety readiness.
• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols, enforce traffic guidelines and report equipment concerns.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
• Facility: St Alexius Medical Center
• Department: Med Surg Unit
• Schedule: Rotating shift l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Maintain a safe environment for staff, visitors and property through proactive monitoring and prompt incident response.
• Investigate incidents, document safety hazards and assist with emergency preparedness drills.
• Educate and guide staff on emergency management procedures to improve campus safety readiness.
• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols, enforce traffic guidelines and report equipment concerns.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • Child Life Professional credentialed from the Association of Child Life Professionals obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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