Child Life Specialist Part Time Internship required
Mercy•Springfield, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
Provide intervention to educate, prepare and support children through tests and procedures. Plan, implement and supervise activities and special events to normalize hospital environment and promote socialization and normal development. Advocate for special of families and patients. Promote the role of parents and the philosophy of patient and family centered care. Supervise students and volunteers.
Requirements
- A completed child life internship is required.
- Bachelors of Science or Bachelors of Arts in related Child Life field and internship in appropriate area required.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) through American Heart Association is required upon hire.
- Must possess or acquire certification through Association for Child Life Professionals as a Certified Child Life Specialist within 1 year of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment.
- Strong background in child development and Medical terminology
Nice To Haves
- 2 years experience in child related education or medical care facility is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide intervention to educate, prepare and support children through tests and procedures.
- Plan, implement and supervise activities and special events to normalize hospital environment and promote socialization and normal development.
- Advocate for special of families and patients.
- Promote the role of parents and the philosophy of patient and family centered care.
- Supervise students and volunteers.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- paid time off
- tuition support
- matched retirement plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
