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Child Life Specialist - Inpatient Pediatrics

Job Details

Job Ref:
R0071454
Category:
Mental Health
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Location:
111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
Department:
Vermont Children's Hospital - Baird 5
Job Type:
Regular
Primary Shift:
Day
Hours:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hours per Week:
40
Weekend Needs:
Other
Pay Rate:
$24.45 - $36.69 per hour

AREA OF SUPPORT:

To be determined.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) functions within the policies, practices and program plans of the Department of Nursing at the organization. Under the supervisor of the Baird 5 (Inpatient Pediatrics) Nurse Manager, s/he is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating Child Life programming for the hospitalized children that is designed to further the social, emotional and physical well-being of children within the hospital setting. In addition, s/he is also responsible for overseeing pediatric volunteers and for orienting hospital staff to the psychosocial and developmental needs of children and their families.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelors degree in Child Life required. Masters degree in Child Life preferred.

  • Completion of 600 hour internship under the direct supervision of a CCLS required.

  • Certification as a CCLS is preferred. Certification within 6 months of hire required.

EXPERIENCE:

At least 1 year experience working as a Child Life Specialist preferred.

INCENTIVES:

  • External candidates may qualify for a $5,200 Relocation Assistance package. Additional terms and conditions apply.

  • Inpatient Pediatrics will cover the cost of certification and recertification!

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