Full-Time Child Life Activities Coordinator

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Pittsburgh seeks a Full-Time Child Activity Coordinator to support psychosocial and developmental needs of patients and families in a hospital setting. A developmentally appropriate play and activity program is planned and staff events and group activities are organized.

The position involves processing and distributing toys, supplies and donations, acting as a hospital representative for entertainers and guests during visits, and coordinating with the team to ensure patient-centered

Responsibilities

• Maintains activity areas in an organized, clean and safe manner following hospital policies.
• Plans and staffs events and activities for patients and families, coordinating with unit CLS/CL Manager.
• Interacts with patients and families to foster development and positive adjustment to the hospital setting.
• Orients and supervises volunteers and work-study students; completes annual volunteer evaluations.
• Coordinates events and programs for patients; handles setup, registration, hosting, and transportation support.
• Manages hospital resources and technology tools to provide appropriate activities.
• Works with scheduled meetings with unit CLS, Director, and planning teams.
• Distributes donations and coordinates usage plans with departments.
• Develops monthly orders and processes expense reports.
• Documents activity consults in the electronic charting system.

Job description

UPMC in Pittsburgh seeks a Full-Time Child Activity Coordinator to support psychosocial and developmental needs of patients and families in a hospital setting. A developmentally appropriate play and activity program is planned and staff events and group activities are organized.

The position involves processing and distributing toys, supplies and donations, acting as a hospital representative for entertainers and guests during visits, and coordinating with the team to ensure patient-centered