Child Life Therapist Opportunities with Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY

Norton Healthcare; Louisville, Village of Port Jefferson (KY, NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric care is seeking a compassionate Child Life Therapist to join their team. In this vital role, you will assess and address the psychosocial needs of young patients and their families, ensuring a supportive environment for growth and development. With a focus on both inpatient and outpatient settings, you will advocate for children and coordinate enriching activities tailored to their needs. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families, contributing to a comprehensive network that serves over 200,000 patients annually.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• Completion of a 600 hour Child Life internship.
• Must obtain Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate psychosocial needs for patients aged neonatal to 17 years.
• Plan and coordinate activities for the social and emotional growth of children.

Skills

Psychosocial Support

Child Development Principles

Advocacy for Patients

Education

Bachelor Degree in Child Life

Child Development

Psychology

Education

Job description

Responsibilities

The role of the Child Life Therapist is to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate psychosocial patient/family needs for patients aged neonatal to 17 years (Neonates, Pediatric, Adolescent). The Child Life Therapist provides psychosocial support to meet the needs of the patients and families; plans and coordinates activities designed to further the social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth of the child within the inpatient and outpatient setting, utilizing age appropriate principles of growth and development; acts as an advocate for the patients and families; performs other related duties.

The Norton Children's name stands for high-quality pediatric care across a spectrum of specialties and locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. It comprises two hospitals, a medical center, regional outpatient centers, and primary and specialty care physician practices. Norton Children's is a comprehensive network of highly trained pediatricians, pediatric specialists and support services providing care for children of all ages. As the need for pediatric care has grown in our region, so has the footprint of Norton Children's. Our medical facilities currently serve more than 200,000 patients and see over 1 million patient visits each year.

Benefits and Locations

You may be eligible for some of our programs:

• Relocation Assistance to help you make the Louisville Metropolitan or Southern Indiana area your new home.
• Return Home Program for those who are interested in rejoining our team.
• Employee Referral Bonus to support your networking and help others join our team.
• Comprehensive Benefits to choose from to support your needs.

We currently have openings across these locations:

• Norton Women's and Children's Hospital (Full Time and As Needed)
• Norton Children's Hospital (Full Time)
• Norton West Louisville Hospital (Full Time)
• Norton Children's Medical Center - Brownsboro (Full Time)

Qualifications

Required:

• Completion of a 600 hour Child Life internship
• Bachelor Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, Education or other health-related field.
• Certified Child Life Specialist - Child Life Certification or must be eligible to sit for exam. Must obtain Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential within 12 months of hire.

Desired:

• One year in a healthcare setting