Pediatric Child Life Specialist - Healing Through Play
Sunrise Hospital
14 days+
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Job summary
A healthcare institution in Las Vegas is seeking a dedicated Child Life Specialist to provide emotional and developmental support to hospitalized children. The role involves planning therapeutic play experiences and offering support to patients and families. Applicants should hold a related degree and have completed a Child Life Internship. This position comes with comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a prominent healthcare setting.
Qualifications
- Required to have a degree in Child Life, Child Development, or Counseling Psychology.
- Must complete a Child Life Internship of 600 hours.
- Certification as a Child Life Specialist needed within 6 months of hire.
- AHA BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
Responsibilities
- Provide developmental, psychosocial, emotional support to hospitalized children and families.
- Plan and conduct therapeutic play experiences for patient development during hospitalization.
- Offer procedural support for tests and medical procedures.
- Train staff in the needs of pediatric patients.
Skills
Support for pediatric patients
Therapeutic play coordination
Emotional support provision
Training staff and volunteers
Education
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Child Life or related field
Completion of Child Life Internship (600 hours)
Certification as a Child Life Specialist
AHA BLS certification
Job description
A healthcare institution in Las Vegas is seeking a dedicated Child Life Specialist to provide emotional and developmental support to hospitalized children. The role involves planning therapeutic play experiences and offering support to patients and families. Applicants should hold a related degree and have completed a Child Life Internship. This position comes with comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a prominent healthcare setting.
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