Child Life Specialist — Family-Centered Patient Support

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) matching

Employee recognition program

Dental and health insurance

Paid holidays

Short‑term and long‑term disability

Pet insurance

Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Des Moines, Iowa seeks a Child Life Specialist to provide therapeutic interventions designed to help patients and families cope with healthcare experiences. Key responsibilities include patient assessment, maintaining a safe play area, and providing educational support to families.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Child Life or a related field and should have completed a Child Life internship. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Completed a Child Life internship and able to sit for the certification exam.

Responsibilities

• Provides preparation and medical play opportunities for patients.
• Maintains a comfortable, clean, and safe play space.
• Is a resource for parents and staff on child development issues.
• Participates in assessing and planning patient care interventions.
• Compiles and records statistical data regarding interventions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Life or closely related field

Job description

UnityPoint Health in Des Moines, Iowa seeks a Child Life Specialist to provide therapeutic interventions designed to help patients and families cope with healthcare experiences. Key responsibilities include patient assessment, maintaining a safe play area, and providing educational support to families.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Child Life or a related field and should have completed a Child Life internship. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement.