Child Life Specialist - ED Clear Lake (1p - 11p, Monday - Thursday)
UTMB Health · Webster, Massachusetts, US
Child Life Specialist - ED Clear Lake (1p - 11p, Monday - Thursday) - ( 2602157 ) Description EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s deg...
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Child Life Specialist - ED Clear Lake (1p - 11p, Monday - Thursday) - ( 2602157 ) Description EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Psychology, Human Growth and Development, Early Childhood Education, Recreational Therapy, or related field. Preferred Qualifications: 480 internship hours and certification or be eligible to sit for the exam Master’s degree in Child Development, Psychology, Human Growth and Development, Early Childhood Education, Recreational Therapy, or related field. One (1) to three (3) years of experience in a healthcare setting. Required: Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) or ability to obtain within one year of hire JOB DESCRIPTION: Function: To provide evidence-based, developmentally appropriate interventions including therapeutic play, preparation and education that reduce fear, anxiety, and pain for children and youth (Association of Child Life Professionals, 2018). ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Commitments to Child Life philosophies, policies and guidelines in supporting and planning programs for families of chronically ill and hospitalized children. - Assess and prioritize patient/family needs for child lif...