Child Life Specialist - Inpatient Pediatrics
- 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
Job Details
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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