Pediatric Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is seeking a Child Life and Therapeutic Recreation Assistant to support play, leisure and developmental activities for patients aged 0–21 years. The role follows treatment plans and contributes to a child-centered care approach.

You will document in the electronic medical record, supervise volunteers, and assist rehabilitation staff to promote positive patient and family experiences within a pediatric hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills to communicate courteously with patients and staff.
• CPR certification or readiness to obtain within 3 months.
• Experience with children (min 3 months or 120 hours) in pediatric settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist and coordinate play, leisure and developmental activities for patients aged 0–21 years.
• Document patient activities and behaviors in the electronic medical record.
• Supervise volunteers and assist in orientation of interns or students.
• Maintain inventory of toy supplies and equipment in Rehabilitation areas.
• Collaborate with departmental staff to support patient care activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Emergency response

Patient communication

Education

12 college credits in child life/therapeutic recreation

Job description

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is seeking a Child Life and Therapeutic Recreation Assistant to support play, leisure and developmental activities for patients aged 0–21 years. The role follows treatment plans and contributes to a child-centered care approach.

You will document in the electronic medical record, supervise volunteers, and assist rehabilitation staff to promote positive patient and family experiences within a pediatric hospital environment.