Child Life Specialist
Ascension•Austin, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
Collaborate with the health care team to provide social, emotional, and developmental support during a pediatric patient's illness and hospitalization. Supply a caring and secure atmosphere for patients and their families in pediatrics. Collaborate with the health care team to plan appropriate interventions. Develop and/or participate in outreach and educational activities to teach families, staff, and the community about issues and services related to ill and hospitalized children. Maintain proper education to continue with professional development.
Requirements
- Child Life Professional obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.
- Bachelor's degree required.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the health care team to provide social, emotional, and developmental support during a pediatric patient's illness and hospitalization.
- Supply a caring and secure atmosphere for patients and their families in pediatrics.
- Collaborate with the health care team to plan appropriate interventions.
- Develop and/or participate in outreach and educational activities to teach families, staff, and the community about issues and services related to ill and hospitalized children.
- Maintain proper education to continue with professional development.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
