Child Life Coordinator-Full-Time-Days

Erlanger Health System • Chattanooga, TN

100d

About The Position

The Child Life Coordinator will oversee both the program and activities of the Child Life Dept. and the Family Advisory program at Children's Hospital. This role is responsible for the system wide needs of pediatric patients. They will provide support and enhance the overall experience for children and families that receive care within our health system. They will assist in meeting the psychosocial and developmental needs of the pediatric patient. They will develop programs that will benefit the families and children at the various departments and hospitals within the system. The Coordinator is responsible for the staff, volunteers including family advisory members and students that are engaged with our patients and families. The coordinator is responsible for the day to day operations of the program as well as managing the budget.

Requirements

• BS, BA in Child Life, Child Development or related field.
• Three to Five years in supervisory or lead role in a hospital setting.
• Child Life Certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the program and activities of the Child Life Dept. and the Family Advisory program.
• Provide support and enhance the overall experience for children and families receiving care.
• Assist in meeting the psychosocial and developmental needs of pediatric patients.
• Develop programs benefiting families and children across various departments and hospitals.
• Manage staff, volunteers, family advisory members, and students engaged with patients and families.
• Handle day-to-day operations of the program and manage the budget.
• Conduct hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions for the department.
• Complete employee performance evaluations.
• Develop new programs and increase child life presence based on pediatric needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees