Child Life Specialist

Ironside Human Resources • Florence, SC

38d • Onsite

About The Position

A facility located near Florence, South Carolina is seeking a full-time, permanent Child Life Specialist to join their team! The Child Life Specialist collaborates with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and address the child's needs. They advocate for the child's well-being, ensuring their needs are met and their voice is heard within the healthcare setting and provide support and guidance to parents and family members, helping them cope with their own emotional challenges and the impact of the child's illness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Child Life or a related field that meets the Child Life Council's recommendation for coursework concentration in Child Life.
• Certification by the Child Life Certifying Commission within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Satisfaction of the Child Life Certifying Commission’s coursework and internship requirements prior to the start of employment.
• 600 child life internship hours under the supervision of a certified child life specialist.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and address the child's needs.
• Advocates for the child's well-being, ensuring their needs are met and their voice is heard within the healthcare setting.
• Provides support and guidance to parents and family members, helping them cope with their own emotional challenges and the impact of the child's illness.

What This Job Offers

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