Child Life Gaming Specialist (per diem)

Stony Brook University • Stony Brook, NY

52d • $28 - $35

About The Position

At Stony Brook Medicine, a Recreational Therapy Specialist/Child Life Gaming Specialist is a valuable member of our team, who provides quality child life services to children and families in assigned work area(s) throughout Stony Brook Children's Hospital and who provides clinical services to our patient population. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, or gaming technology related field.
• At least 1 year of experience working with gaming and technology in a pediatric setting.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including evening, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum three years employment in a gaming or technology focused position serving children.
• Master's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Creative Arts Therapy or related field.
• Dual Certified Child Life (CCLS) and Creative Arts Therapy (LCAT).

Responsibilities

• Assist children in the development of coping skills through game play and recreation.
• Collaborate with child life staff in development and implementation of new and effective digital programming.
• Work in conjunction with health care team members to identify current patient needs and develop care plan goals for gaming and tablet use.
• Use gaming tools and tablets to help children cope.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services