Child Life Specialist - Full Time - North

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider located in Texas is seeking a dedicated professional to support pediatric patients and their families. This role involves implementing therapeutic play experiences, meeting the psychosocial needs of children, and supervising students and volunteers. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 1 year of relevant experience, along with CPR-BCLS certification. Join our multidisciplinary team to make a difference in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Child Life, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology or related fields.
• 1 year previous experience in a related field.
• CPR-BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Meet psychosocial and intellectual needs of pediatric patients.
• Implement therapeutic play experiences to alleviate anxiety.
• Orient and supervise students and volunteers.

Skills

Child Life

Early Childhood Education

Child Development

Psychology

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team in meeting the development, psychosocial and intellectual needs of pediatric patients and their families. Implements a therapeutic medical preparation program, and supervises, organizes and directs age appropriate therapeutic play experiences in order to help alleviate anxiety and provide a sense of normalcy. Orients, trains and supervises students and volunteers assigned to unit.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Work Experience

• 1 year previous experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• CPR-BCLS
• Child Life Professional Certification - required prior to hire

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Child Life, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology or related fields.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Maintains professional appearance at all times.

Designated Driver

• No

OSHA Category

• 1 - High Risk