Child Life Specialist - Inpatient Pediatrics

UVM Home Health, Inc.; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization seeks a dedicated Certified Child Life Specialist to enhance the well-being of hospitalized children. This role involves crafting and executing engaging Child Life programs, ensuring that children’s emotional and physical needs are met in a supportive environment. You'll also play a vital part in training hospital staff and guiding volunteers, making a meaningful impact on young patients and their families. If you are passionate about child development and eager to contribute to a nurturing healthcare setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance of $5,200

Certification cost coverage

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Child Life required; Master's preferred.
• 600-hour internship under a CCLS required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate Child Life programming for hospitalized children.
• Oversee pediatric volunteers and orient staff on psychosocial needs.

Skills

Child Life Programming

Psychosocial Support

Volunteer Oversight

Developmental Needs Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Life

Master's degree in Child Life

600-hour internship

Tools

Certification as a CCLS

Job description

AREA OF SUPPORT:

To be determined.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) functions within the policies, practices and program plans of the Department of Nursing at the organization. Under the supervision of the Baird 5 (Inpatient Pediatrics) Nurse Manager, s/he is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating Child Life programming for hospitalized children that is designed to further the social, emotional and physical well-being of children within the hospital setting. In addition, s/he is also responsible for overseeing pediatric volunteers and orienting hospital staff to the psychosocial and developmental needs of children and their families.

EDUCATION:

1. Bachelor's degree in Child Life required. Master's degree in Child Life preferred.
2. Completion of 600-hour internship under the direct supervision of a CCLS required.
3. Certification as a CCLS is preferred. Certification within 6 months of hire required.

EXPERIENCE:

At least 1 year experience working as a Child Life Specialist preferred.

INCENTIVES:

1. External candidates may qualify for a $5,200 Relocation Assistance package. Additional terms and conditions apply.
2. Inpatient Pediatrics will cover the cost of certification and recertification!