Child Life Specialist PRN Days

East Tennessee Children's Hospital•Koppel, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Promotes family-centered care by providing services to meet the psychosocial, emotional, and developmental needs of patients and families. Come work where you can make a difference everyday. At Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, care is at the CORE of who we are. We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence. We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter – every interaction, every time. Compassion – We imagine what others are going through, work to alleviate suffering, and create joy whenever possible. Ownership – We take pride in our work, act with integrity, and feel personal responsibility for achieving our mission. Respect – We listen, understand, and communicate openly and politely. We recognize our diverse strengths. Excellence – We set high standards for performance in delivering the safest patient care. We give extraordinary and meaningful experiences to our patients, their families, team members, and the community we serve.

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