Pediatric Child Life Specialist: Therapeutic Play & Coping

Montgomery College; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Child Life Specialist to provide direct patient care using developmentally appropriate therapeutic play and education. The role collaborates with the care team to ensure psychosocial support for hospitalized children and families, and to educate staff, students and volunteers about developmental needs.

MRI safety clearance is required for Radiology/MRI settings. The position schedule is 32 hours per week, four days, with variable daily hours and some weekends/late

Qualifications

• Certifications: Certified Child Life Specialist
• Education – Bachelor's (Required)

Responsibilities

• Assesses, implements and evaluates the preparation, coping and educational needs of patients and families.
• Implements therapeutic programming for assigned population or unit.
• Orients, trains, and supervises child life interns, practicum students, and volunteers.
• Contributes to the organization by actively participating in process improvement initiatives and shared decision making.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Child Life Specialist to provide direct patient care using developmentally appropriate therapeutic play and education. The role collaborates with the care team to ensure psychosocial support for hospitalized children and families, and to educate staff, students and volunteers about developmental needs.

MRI safety clearance is required for Radiology/MRI settings. The position schedule is 32 hours per week, four days, with variable daily hours and some weekends/late