Child Life Specialist - Burn Program - FT Days

Davita Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Atlanta is seeking a Child Life Specialist to work in the pediatric burn unit and assist children and families coping with hospitalization challenges. The role requires relevant educational qualifications, including a Bachelor's degree and professional certifications, with a strong preference for previous hospital experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Child Life or Child Development field.
• Completion of a minimum of 480-hour Child Life internship.
• Experience working in a hospital or healthcare setting is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide children with age-appropriate preparation for medical procedures.
• Offer pain management and coping strategies.
• Support and guide parents and family members.

Skills

Child Development

Pain Management

Coping Strategies

Play Activities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Life or Child Development

Child Life Professional Certification (CLPC)

Child Life Specialist Certification (CLSC)

Job description

Grady Health System offers many career paths. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages on your career, you can find a rewarding position at Grady!

SUMMARY
The Child Life Specialist (CLS) is a pediatric health care professional who works with children and families in the burn unit and other settings to help them cope with the challenges of hospitalization, injury, and disability. The CLS will provide children with age-appropriate preparation for medical procedures, pain management and coping strategies, and play and self-expression activities. The CLS will be a intergral member of the multidisciplinary team who provides information, support, and guidance to parents, siblings, and other family members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Child Life or Child Development field is required.
• Completion of a minimum of 480 hour Child Life internship required.
• Child Life Professional Certification (CLPC) is required.
• Child Life Specialist Certification (CLSC) is preferred.
• Experience working in a hospital or healthcare setting is strongly preferred.
• Social Services experience preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.