Child Life Assistant

Legacy Health • Portland, OR

4d • $23 - $33

About The Position

At Legacy, we are committed to making life better for others, and we recognize that entails every aspect of a person’s well-being. As a Child Life Assistant, you provide compassionate care to promote hope and healing. Your skills in therapeutic play and concern for others will help to promote the emotional and mental well-being of our pediatric patients.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in child development or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one-year experience working with children.
• Works collaboratively with all departments.
• Demonstrates flexibility in response to unexpected changes in work volume.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fulfills work schedule and commitments.
• Uses interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude.
• Gives constructive feedback in a non-blaming, positive and confidential manner.
• Makes continuous effort to identify opportunities to meet/exceed customer needs and expectations.
• Demonstrates commitment to understanding and valuing individual differences and fosters an environment of acceptance, fairness and mutual respect.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Promotes cost effectiveness through the proper use and conservation of supplies and equipment.
• Takes the initiative to identify and solve problems.
• Supports improvement and innovation in the workplace.
• Demonstrates awareness of and supports Legacy Health departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.
• Promotes professional development and contributes to the professional growth of others.
• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers card from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Works alongside Child Life Specialists to minimize stress and anxiety for patients and their families in the hospital setting.
• Supports Child Life program through planning, organizing, and facilitating playroom and bedside activities for pediatric patients and their families.
• Responsible for the training and supervision of Child Life volunteers.
• Monitors and ensures proper cleaning and working condition of playrooms, toys, and equipment.
• Assists in the coordination of special events, in-kind donations, and community visitors.
• Performs other duties appropriate to the position when requested by the manager or by other members of the Child Life program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree