Pediatric Child Life Specialist - Family-Centered Support

The Shriners Hospital for Children; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Hospitals for Children in Boston seeks a Certified Child Life Specialist to deliver psychosocial support to young patients and their families, using therapeutic play, education, and procedure preparation to reduce stress and promote coping. You will document assessments in the electronic medical record, participate in interdisciplinary care planning, and advocate for family-centered care.

Required: CCLS within 6 months and a Bachelor's in Child Life or related field; preferred: 1 year

Qualifications

• CCLS certification within 6 months of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development or related field.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes therapeutic play to assess patient needs and formulate a treatment plan.
• Documents patient and family information in the electronic medical record.
• Participates in interdisciplinary patient care planning.
• Maintains professional standards and pursues ongoing education and certification.

Skills

Therapeutic play

Assessment

EMR documentation

Interdisciplinary care

Education

CCLS certification

Bachelor's degree in Child Life/Child Development

Job description

Shriners Hospitals for Children in Boston seeks a Certified Child Life Specialist to deliver psychosocial support to young patients and their families, using therapeutic play, education, and procedure preparation to reduce stress and promote coping. You will document assessments in the electronic medical record, participate in interdisciplinary care planning, and advocate for family-centered care.

Required: CCLS within 6 months and a Bachelor's in Child Life or related field; preferred: 1 year