Child Life Specialist II

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Part-Time Child Life Specialist II to provide developmentally appropriate psychosocial care to pediatric patients and families.

This advanced clinician will precept students and staff, and participate in interdisciplinary rounds to support patient coping and family-centered care. Join a team dedicated to reducing stress of hospitalization, advancing education, and mentoring new staff while delivering compassionate care across clinical

Qualifications

• Completion of a minimum 480-hour professional Child Life Internship.
• A minimum of two (2) years of Child Life Specialist experience in a healthcare environment.
• Bilingual English-Spanish skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient/family coping needs related to illness and hospitalization. Provides a safe, therapeutic environment for pediatric patients and families.
• Advocates for patient and family needs within the healthcare team to ensure family-centered care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Family-centered care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education & coping support

Leadership & mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Therapeutic Recreation, or related field

Master's degree in Child Life, Therapeutic Recreation, or related field

Job description

Department: PCH-EV JV | Child Life Program

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Thu, Fri, Sat, Days, Evenings, 11am-11:30pm

Category: Child Life/Teachers

Posting #: 1062790

Employee Type: Part-Time

Position Summary

This position plans and provides therapeutic intervention and appropriate psychosocial developmental care with pediatric patients and their families, assists them in coping with the stress and anxiety of health care experiences, and maximizes the growth and development of infants, children, and adolescent patients. The Child Life Specialist II is an advanced clinician who is capable to provide care across all clinical settings, precept students and employees, and engages in professional development activities for the benefit of the program.

Position Duties

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient/family coping needs related to illness and hospitalization. Provides a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment for infants, children, adolescents, and families during healthcare visits.
  • a. Utilizes Psychosocial Risk Assessment in Pediatrics (PRAP), Emotional Safety screener, and other validated assessment tools to accurately assess development, coping and psychosocial risk.
  • b. Utilizes critical thinking skills and comprehensive assessment to develop individualized treatment plans with patient and family specific goals.
  • c. Provides developmentally appropriate education and coping support to children and families regarding diagnoses, procedures and treatment in order to reduce fear and promote mastery.
  • d. Facilitates developmentally appropriate therapeutic play, medical play, and self-expression activities to support coping and understanding of medical care.
  • e. Advocates for patient and family needs within the healthcare team, ensuring interventions align with family centered care principles.
  • f. Provides support and guidance to other department team members on unfamiliar and/or higher acuity interventions
  • g. Actively participates in interdisciplinary rounds and evaluations as a member of the treatment team.
  • h. Has the ability to recognize, anticipate, and adapt therapeutic interventions to address subtle psychosocial changes.
  • i. Demonstrates advanced clinical practice through independently assessing, prioritizing and supporting patients according to psychosocial acuity across multiple areas of coverage.
  • j. Documents patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Engages in activities related to professional responsibility of a Certified Child Life Specialist and demonstrates leadership qualities through interpersonal interactions and professional development activities.
  • a. Demonstrates leadership through participation in department shared governance or interdisciplinary committees.
  • b. Leads skill-based continuing education sessions and remains abreast of advances in child life and programs for hospitalized children.
  • c. Participates in the training, supervision, and evaluation of new department staff, students and volunteers.
  • d. Participates in mentoring or precepting new staff and supports orientation for incoming team members.
  • e. Actively participates in process improvement projects within the department.
  • f. Demonstrates a high level of skill in communicating with peers, leaders, and interdisciplinary teams.
  • g. Exhibits positive influence on team dynamics through self-reflection and feedback that supports overall team function and growth.
  • h. Independently uses multiple sources of information to solve complex problems.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Bachelor`s degree in Child Life, Therapeutic Recreation, or related field. Required Yes No 2. Master`s degree in Child Life, Therapeutic Recreation, or related field. Preferred Yes No

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Completion of a minimum 480-hour professional Child Life Internship, under the direction of a Certified Child Life Specialist. Required Yes No 2. A minimum of two (2) years of Child Life Specialist experience in a healthcare environment. Required Yes No

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Bilingual English-Spanish skills. Preferred Yes No

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. BLS certification through the American Heart Association OR obtain within 30 days of hire. Required Yes No 2. Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential from the Child Life Certifying Commission (CLCC). Required Yes No

1. Physical Requirement - Climbing -Occasionally 2. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) -Occasionally 3. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) -Constantly 4. Physical Requirement - Hearing -Constantly 5. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling -Occasionally 6. Physical Requirement - Reaching -Constantly 7. Physical Requirement - Sitting -Frequently 8. Physical Requirement - Standing -Frequently 9. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling -Frequently 10. Physical Requirement - Talking -Constantly 11. Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling -Occasionally 12. Physical Requirement - Walking -Constantly 13. Physical Requirement - Near Vision -Constantly 14. Physical Requirement - Far Vision -Constantly 15. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination -Occasionally 16. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment -Constantly 17. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance -Frequently 18. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance -Occasionally 19. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases -Applicable 20. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid -Applicable 21. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure -Applicable 22. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure -Applicable 23. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals -Applicable

I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirements and occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree