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. The position is based at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak, a major academic and referral center with adult and pediatric trauma designations.
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).
- One year of required experience.
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.
- Support children and families to 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 directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
- Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
