Child Life Specialist - DAY SHIFT - Child Life

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health is seeking a Child Life Specialist for its Hershey Medical Center. The role involves assessing and implementing therapeutic interventions for pediatric patients. Candidates must possess a relevant Bachelor's degree and completed Child Life internship. Join us to provide innovative and specialized care in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision with no waiting period

Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Life Insurance benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Education, or Psychology.
• One year supervised experience in a Child Life Program.
• Completion of a 600-hour Child Life internship.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, developing, and implementing interventions for pediatric patients.
• Utilizing a facility dog for therapeutic interventions.
• Planning and evaluating psychosocial support for children and families.

Skills

Child Development

Psychosocial interventions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Life or related field

Job description

Child Life Specialist - DAY SHIFT - Child Life

Child Life Specialist - DAY SHIFT - Child Life

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Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Day

Hours: 7:30a - 4:00p

Recruiter Contact: Taryn Blydenburgh at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for assessing , developing, planning, implementing and evaluating psychosocial interventions that support the educational, developmental, emotional and therapeutic needs of pediatric patients and their families. Utilizes a facility dog to provide therapeutic Child Life interventions within the inpatient setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Family Studies, Education, or Psychology required or related degree.
• One (1) year supervised experience in an established Child Life Program.
• Completion of a 600-hour Child Life internship required.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree preferred.
• Child Life Certification preferred.
  
  

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
  
  

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

Union: Non Bargained

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