Child Life Assistant

Tenet • Detroit, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision and guidance of the Child Life staff, plans and conducts activity programs to reduce patient and family stress. Provides appropriate play environment where patients and families learn and interact with others in an emotionally and physically safe environment. Assists in programs and projects that benefit patients and siblings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Post high school coursework in child development or a related field.
• Six months of experience working with school-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts activity programs to reduce patient and family stress.
• Provides an appropriate play environment where patients and families learn and interact with others in an emotionally and physically safe environment.
• Assists in programs and projects that benefit patients and siblings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED