Pediatric Play & Therapy Assistant

Ochsner Health System; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System seeks an entry-level role to assist in providing developmentally appropriate activities for pediatric patients and families. You will support Child Life Specialists by maintaining playrooms, preparing materials, and facilitating therapeutic and recreational activities under supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred coursework in child development, psychology, education, or related field.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification may be required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts and travel between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain playroom environments and stock supplies.
• Assist with age-appropriate therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Provide activity support for patients on isolation or bed rest as arranged with clinical staff.
• Prepare materials and environments for therapeutic interventions and group programming.
• Support special events, community groups, and volunteer coordination activities.
• Observe patient responses and communicate relevant information to Child Life Specialist.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy and communication style.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computers & software

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Time management

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Coursework in child development/psychology/education

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Ochsner Health System seeks an entry-level role to assist in providing developmentally appropriate activities for pediatric patients and families. You will support Child Life Specialists by maintaining playrooms, preparing materials, and facilitating therapeutic and recreational activities under supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and strong communication and organizational skills.