Pediatric Emergency Child Life Specialist

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Child Life Specialist to support the Emergency Department at the Arrowhead Campus.

The role focuses on therapeutic interventions and psychosocial development for pediatric patients and families, helping them cope with health care stress while supporting growth across infancy to adolescence. Responsibilities include planning goals, providing preparation for stressful experiences, participating in rounds, documenting care, supervising

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
• Master's degree in Child Life, Therapeutic Recreation or related field (preferred).
• Bilingual English-Spanish skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and evaluates patient goals based on assessments.
• Provides teaching and psychological preparation for potentially stressful experiences with patients and families.
• Documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Trains, supervises, and evaluates Child Life Assistants, interns, and volunteers.

Skills

Bilingual English-Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Master's degree in Child Life, Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Job description

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Child Life Specialist to support the Emergency Department at the Arrowhead Campus.

The role focuses on therapeutic interventions and psychosocial development for pediatric patients and families, helping them cope with health care stress while supporting growth across infancy to adolescence. Responsibilities include planning goals, providing preparation for stressful experiences, participating in rounds, documenting care, supervising