CHILD LIFE SPECIALIST Full Time Days (30hrs/wk)

Dolly Parton Children's Hospital; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dolly Parton Children's Hospital in Knoxville seeks a compassionate Child Life Specialist to support patients and families through medical play, procedure preparation, and developmentally appropriate interventions in a family-centered care environment.

You will document plans in the medical record, collaborate with the medical and nursing teams, and help plan department activities, celebrations, and events; supervise students and volunteers, and advocate for child development across care teams.

Qualifications

• Must possess excellent communication skills with diverse populations.
• Ability to problem solve and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and basic computer literacy.
• CCLS certification or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Documents assessment, plans and interventions in the medical record.
• Conducts medical play and procedural preparation with the care team.
• Plans and evaluates activities in playrooms, bedside, clinics and ED.
• Acts as liaison between patients, families and staff and advocates for development.
• Supervises students and volunteers; participates in QA activities.
• Supports department events, celebrations and community education.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Development / Early Childhood Education / Child Life or related field

Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) or eligible to sit for exam

Job description

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOBPromotes family-centered care by providing services to meet the psychosocial, emotional, and developmental needs of patients and families.REPORTS TODirector—Child LifeJOB REQUIREMENTSSupervisory Responsibilities: NoMinimum Education: Bachelors DegreeDegree: Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Child Life, or other related fieldLicense/Certification Required: Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) or eligible to sit for the Child Life Certification examMinimum Work Experience: 6 months related experience, which can include worksite educational experienceREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESMust possess excellent communication skills with diverse populations.Must have the ability to problem solve and work independently and must have strong interpersonal skills.Some computer skills helpful.Must meet physical requirements of this position.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDocuments assessment, plans and interventions in the medical record; verbally communicates information when appropriate and compiles reports as needed.In collaboration with the medical and/or nursing staff, conducts medical play, psychosocial preparations and support during procedures.Participates in planning, implementation, and evaluation of activities, celebrations and events related to the departmental mission (i.e., holiday celebrations, volunteer recognition, Child Life week).Plans, implements, and evaluates programs and activities for individuals and groups of patients in the playrooms, at the bedside, in outpatient clinics, and in the Emergency Department, ensuring a safe, supportive environment.Acts as a liaison between patients, families, and staff.Serves as a resource and advocate on child developmental issues, providing consultation to the healthcare team.Participates in Quality Improvement ActivitiesParticipates in community education programs.Supervises Child Life students and volunteers.Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested.Is cost conscious with Departmental resources.Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountablyPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSNote: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.Medium lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 20-50 lbs occasionally, 10-20 pounds frequently and 10 lbs constantly to move objects. Sudden emergency situations have the potential for exposure for lifting or moving of up to 100 lbs. Frequent bending, walking, sitting, squatting, reaching, and standing are required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.Come work where you can make a difference every day.