Child Life specialist

Corewell Health•Royal Oak, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Life Specialist provides therapeutic play opportunities and helps children develop coping skills before, during, and after medical procedures. Through developmentally appropriate play, preparation, education, and creative expression activities, the specialist supports children and families to lessen the stress of the hospital experience.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Child Development, or a related field.
  • Successful completion of a Child Life Internship under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist who meets ACLP-recommended basic supervision requirements.
  • Child Life Specialist certification (CCLS) from the Child Life Certification Commission (CLCC), required for 1 year.

Responsibilities

  • Provide therapeutic play opportunities for children.
  • Assist children with coping skills before, during, and after medical procedures.
  • Use developmentally appropriate play, preparation, education, and creative expression activities to support children and families and lessen the stress of the hospital experience.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
  • Discounts on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
  • Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
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