Pediatric Activity & Play Specialist

Children's National Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital is seeking an Activity Coordinator to provide therapeutic and diversionary play activities for pediatric patients and siblings, promoting normal development within a family-centered approach. The role emphasizes teamwork with Child Life Specialists and clinical staff, ensuring safe, engaging play spaces and developmentally appropriate activities.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree in child development or a related field and at least one year of relevant

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Child development or related field is required.
• 1 year of job related experience working with children or two years of college education in child development or related field is required.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development; strong verbal and written communication; ability to work independently and as part of a team; experience with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Introduces patient programming and supportive services to patients, parents, and siblings.
• Plans, facilitates and supervises group and spontaneous play opportunities for assigned patient care area(s).
• Encourages socialization and peer interaction by organizing a monthly calendar of scheduled activities for play spaces.
• Supervise and/or monitor play activities for assigned patient care area(s); maintain a safe, welcoming environment.
• Provides developmentally appropriate activities and one-on-one interaction as directed by Child Life Specialist.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal communication

Group management

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Diversity experience

Education

Associate's Degree in Child Development or related field

Job description

Children’s National Hospital is seeking an Activity Coordinator to provide therapeutic and diversionary play activities for pediatric patients and siblings, promoting normal development within a family-centered approach. The role emphasizes teamwork with Child Life Specialists and clinical staff, ensuring safe, engaging play spaces and developmentally appropriate activities.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree in child development or a related field and at least one year of relevant