Child Life Specialist - Burn Program - FT Days

Grady Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Grady Health System is seeking a Child Life Specialist to support children in the burn unit. The role involves providing emotional support, preparation for medical procedures, and activities to help children cope with hospitalization. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a pediatric healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 480 hours of Child Life internship required.
• Child Life Professional Certification (CLPC) is required.
• Experience in hospital settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate preparation for medical procedures.
• Support families and children in coping strategies.
• Facilitate play and self-expression activities.

Skills

Child development

Pain management

Coping strategies

Support and guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Life or Child Development

Job description

Child Life Specialist - Burn Program - FT Days

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Job Description

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

Summary

The Child Life Specialist (CLS) is a pediatric healthcare 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 provides children with age-appropriate preparation for medical procedures, pain management, coping strategies, and play and self-expression activities. The CLS is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, providing 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 hours of 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 is preferred.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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