Child Life Specialist, UCC ($5000 sign-on bonus)

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth, Town of Texas, New York (TX, WI, NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Child Life Specialist to join their Urgent Care Center team in Fort Worth. This role focuses on providing vital support and education to children and their families, ensuring a positive healthcare experience. You'll collaborate with healthcare professionals to foster growth and development, making a significant impact on young patients' lives. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to shape the future of pediatric care. Join a team that values compassion and excellence in healthcare!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Child Life or related field required.
• Completion of an internship in child life is necessary.
• Certification as a Child Life Specialist is required within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential life experiences and family support to patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to facilitate positive adjustments.
• Promote growth and development for patients and families.

Skills

Child Development

Family Support

Collaboration with Health Providers

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Child Life

Master's Degree in Child Development

Certified Child Life Specialist

Job description

Location:

Fort Worth Urgent Care Center

Department:

Child Life

Shift:

Second Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

40

Summary:

The Urgent Care Center (UCC) Child Life Specialist is responsible for providing essential life experiences, family support & education to patients and families in the health care system. The Child Life Specialist collaborates with other health care providers, as well as the community, to promote growth and development and facilitate positive adjustment for patients and families throughout the health care experience.

Required Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's (or) Master's Degree in Child Life, Child Development, or a closely related field.

• Requires Completion of an internship in child life.

• Previous experience working as a Child Life Specialist preferred.

• Certified Child Life Specialist (or eligible) within one year of hire.

• American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS is required within 60 days of hire.

• $5000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants

Benefits:

• Health Insurance

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

• Paid Time Off

• Parental Leave

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Retirement Plan

• 401(k) & 401(k) matching

• 403(b) matching

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discounts

• Life insurance

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About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.