Child Life Therapist PRN, As Needed

Norton Healthcare; St. Matthews, St. Matthews (SC, KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Child Life Therapist to support pediatric patients and their families. This role involves assessing psychosocial needs and implementing activities to foster growth and development in a nurturing environment. You will advocate for children and families, ensuring they receive the emotional and intellectual support necessary during their healthcare journey. Join a dedicated team that prioritizes high-quality pediatric care and offers a comprehensive network of specialists and support services. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Return Home Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, or related health field.
• Completion of a 600-hour Child Life internship is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Plan and coordinate activities for emotional and physical growth.

Skills

Child Development

Psychosocial Support

Advocacy

Activity Planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Child Life

Completion of a 600-hour Child Life internship

Certified Child Life Specialist

Job description

Responsibilities

The role of the Child Life Therapist is to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate psychosocial needs of patients and families from neonatal to 17 years old (Neonates, Pediatric, Adolescent). The Child Life Therapist provides psychosocial support, plans and coordinates activities to promote the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth of the child within inpatient and outpatient settings, using age-appropriate principles of growth and development. They act as advocates for patients and families and perform other related duties.

Norton Children's stands for high-quality pediatric care across various specialties and locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. It includes two hospitals, a medical center, regional outpatient centers, and primary and specialty care practices. Norton Children's is a comprehensive network of trained pediatricians, specialists, and support services serving over 200,000 patients and handling more than 1 million visits annually.

You may be eligible for some of our programs:

• Relocation Assistance to help you settle in Louisville or Southern Indiana.
• Return Home Program for those interested in rejoining our team.
• Employee Referral Bonus to support your networking efforts.
• Comprehensive Benefits tailored to your needs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Completion of a 600-hour Child Life internship
• Bachelor's Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, Education, or a related health field
• Certified Child Life Specialist credential or eligibility to sit for the exam. Must obtain the CCLS credential within 12 months of hire.

Desired:

• One year of experience in a healthcare setting