Child Life Specialist/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Golisano Children’s Hospital at the University of Kentucky is seeking a compassionate Child Life Specialist to support pediatric patients aged neonatal to 17 and their families.

You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate psychosocial needs, provide emotional support, and collaborate with the care team to minimize stress during illness, injury, or hospitalization. A supervised internship and CCLS within one year are required.

Commitment to ongoing professional development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Completion of a child life internship under ACLP standards.
• CCLS certification to be obtained within one year of hire.
• Experience addressing psychosocial needs of pediatric patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate psychosocial needs for children aged neonatal to 17.
• Support emotional, developmental and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Minimize stressors and anxiety during illness, injury and hospitalization.
• Collaborate with the care team to align psychosocial care with treatment plans.

Education

Completion of a child life internship under ACLP supervision

Job description

Golisano Children’s Hospital (GCH) at the University of Kentucky is actively recruiting a compassionate and skilled Child Life Specialist to join our dedicated team. GCH hosts the states only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care and is home to a Pediatric Level I Trauma Center offering the excellent opportunity to deliver a wide range of interventions and services. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating psychosocial patient and family needs for children aged neonatal to 17 years. As a Child Life Specialist, you will play a vital role in meeting the emotional, developmental, and psychosocial needs of our young patients and their families. With a special focus on helping children and adolescents navigate the challenges associated with illness, injury, and hospitalization, you will actively work to minimize stressors and alleviate anxiety. Your commitment to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment will contribute significantly to the overall well‑being of our patients and their families. This position requires the completion of a child life internship under the supervision of a certified Child Life Specialist as outlined by the ACLP (www.childlife.org/certification/becoming-certified). CCLS certification must be obtained within one year of hire. Beyond the requisite qualifications, we are seeking an individual who is eager to align themselves with opportunities that promote continuous professional development. By actively engaging in ongoing education and staying abreast of advancements in the field, you will not only enhance your own skills but contribute to the overall excellence of our Child Life Services program. Join our dynamic team at Golisano Children’s Hospital at the University of Kentucky and be a part of an organization that values your expertise in enhancing the lives of children and families during challenging times. Your dedication to promoting resilience and positive coping strategies will make a lasting impact on the psychosocial well‑being of those we serve.

Internal Employee Being Considered.