Child Life Specialist- Surgery Full Time Dayshift

East Tennessee Children's Hospital • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

Promotes family-centered care by providing services to meet the psychosocial, emotional, and developmental needs of patients and families.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Child Life, or other related field
• Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) or eligible to sit for the Child Life Certification exam
• 6 months related experience, which can include worksite educational experience
• Must possess excellent communication skills with diverse populations.
• Must have the ability to problem solve and work independently and must have strong interpersonal skills.
• Some computer skills helpful.
• Must meet physical requirements of this position.

Responsibilities

• Documents assessment, plans and interventions in the medical record; verbally communicates information when appropriate and compiles reports as needed.
• In collaboration with the medical and/or nursing staff, conducts medical play, psychosocial preparations and support during procedures.
• Participates in planning, implementation, and evaluation of activities, celebrations and events related to the departmental mission (i.e., holiday celebrations, volunteer recognition, Child Life week).
• Plans, implements, and evaluates programs and activities for individuals and groups of patients in the playrooms, at the bedside, in outpatient clinics, and in the Emergency Department, ensuring a safe, supportive environment.
• Acts as a liaison between patients, families, and staff.
• Serves as a resource and advocate on child developmental issues, providing consultation to the healthcare team.
• Participates in Quality Improvement Activities
• Participates in community education programs.
• Supervises Child Life students and volunteers.
• Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested.
• Is cost conscious with Departmental resources.
• Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees