Child Life Specialist Volunteer Role

Intermountain Health

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our Child Life team in bringing comfort, play, and joy to our youngest patients! Child Life Specialist Support Volunteers assist in creating a positive and healing environment for children and families in the hospital. This is our hands-on role working closely with our certified Child Life Specialist to support patients and staff on the pediatric units.

Requirements

• Warm, compassionate, and comfortable interacting with children of all ages.
• Reliable, responsible, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to follow infection control procedures and hospital policies.
• Previous experience with children preferred.
• Must complete hospital volunteer orientation and health requirements.
• Volunteers commit to one 4-hour shift per week, for a minimum of 6 months.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize toys and play materials on pediatric units.
• Restock and organize toys, supplies, and activity areas.
• Engage children in age-appropriate play and activities.
• Provide comfort and companionship to patients, including holding infants during respiratory season.
• Assist with special events and holiday celebrations for pediatric patients.
• Support our Child Life Specialist with daily tasks and unit needs.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed