Child Life Specialist - OMC, Jeff Hwy

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This job serves as an integral clinical member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, delivering developmentally appropriate, evidence-based psychosocial interventions to pediatric patients and families. Provides independent therapeutic support to reduce emotional distress, strengthen coping skills, and promote positive healthcare experiences. Collaborates with providers and care teams to support patient and family education, procedural preparation, and patient-centered initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes and the overall care environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in child life, child development, psychology, or related field.
Completion of accredited Child Life Internship with eligible to sit for Child Life Certification examination.
1+ year of experience in child life, child and family studies, child development, or related field.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with patients, families, multidisciplinary team members, departmental peers, and community agency personnel effectively and courteously.
Good organizational skills.
Good time management skills.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and a professional relationship with patients and families.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree, or Advanced coursework in pediatric or developmental disciplines.
2+ year of clinical experience in pediatric healthcare setting.
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) or obtained within designated timeframe.

Responsibilities

Conducts developmental and psychosocial assessments to identify patient and family needs, and guide individualized care planning.
Designs and implements therapeutic interventions to support coping and emotional expression.
Provides procedural preparation and support to reduce anxiety and trauma associated with medical experiences.
Educates families and caregivers on coping strategies and developmental needs.
Collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary team members to support coordinated patient-centered care.
Maintains clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and professional standards.
Provides mentorship and guidance to Child Life Assistant and Interns during clinical and program activities.
Participates in interdisciplinary committees, quality initiatives, and program development efforts to enhance patient and family outcomes.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.