Child Life Assistant
About The Position
The Child Life Assistant plans and implements activities that support the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of pediatric patients during hospitalization and in outpatient settings. The role helps maintain a safe, healing environment, manages supplies, oversees pediatric activity rooms, orients and supervises volunteers, and partners with community members to enhance program delivery. The position requires an associate degree in Child Development, Child and Family Studies, or a related field, and at least one year of professional experience working with children and families. Current Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider is required. A Child Development Associate credential must be obtained within one year of hire.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Child Development, Child and Family Studies, or a related field.
- Minimum one year of professional experience working with children and families.
- Experience working with volunteers.
- Experience with group planning and program development.
- Ability to bend, lift, and stand, and demonstrated physical ability to perform necessary tasks.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Maintain current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network.
- Obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential through the Council for Professional Recognition within one year of hire.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement activities supporting pediatric patients’ physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development during hospitalization and in outpatient settings.
- Monitor and maintain a safe and healing environment, including maintaining and managing supplies.
- Oversee pediatric activity rooms.
- Orient and supervise volunteers.
- Partner with community members to enhance program delivery.
Benefits
- Medical plan options
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account
- Vision plan with a national network
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible expenses
- Competitive retirement package
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
