CHILD LIFE SPECIALIST Full Time Days (30hrs/wk)

East Tennessee Children's Hospital • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

The Child Life Specialist promotes family-centered care by providing services that meet the psychosocial, emotional, and developmental needs of patients and families. The position works with medical and nursing staff to prepare and support patients during procedures, provide developmentally appropriate programs and activities, and serve as a resource and advocate on child development issues. The role also contributes to quality improvement and community education, and supervises Child Life students and volunteers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Child Life, or another related field.
• Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) or eligible to sit for the Child Life Certification exam.
• At least 6 months of related experience, which may include worksite educational experience.
• Excellent communication skills with diverse populations.
• Ability to problem-solve and work independently, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Must meet the physical requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Some computer skills are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Documents assessments, plans, and interventions in the medical record; communicates information verbally when appropriate and compiles reports as needed.
• In collaboration with medical and/or nursing staff, conducts medical play, psychosocial preparation, and support during procedures.
• Participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating activities, celebrations, and events related to the departmental mission.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates programs and activities for individuals and groups of patients in playrooms, at the bedside, in outpatient clinics, and in the Emergency Department, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Acts as a liaison between patients, families, and staff.
• Serves as a resource and advocate on child developmental issues and provides consultation to the healthcare team.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.
• Participates in community education programs.
• Supervises Child Life students and volunteers.
• Accepts other assignments as requested.
• Uses departmental resources cost-consciously and hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level