Job Description

Child Life Specialist (Per diem) at Boston Children's Hospital summary:

The Child Life Specialist (Per diem) supports pediatric patients by implementing therapeutic activities that address their psychosocial and developmental needs during healthcare experiences. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, delegate tasks to volunteers and assistants, and assist in training student interns. This role requires a bachelor's degree in Child Development or related fields, completion of a 600-hour internship, and certification in Child Life Specialist within one year of hire.

Position Summary/ Department Summary:
Per diem. W e require a minimum of 2 shifts/pay period or 4 shifts a month.

• Participating in therapeutic activities and programs to meet patients' psychosocial and developmental needs, and facilitate adjustment to health care experiences
• Serve as member of multidisciplinary team.
• Delegate work assignments to volunteers/Child Life Assistant's and participate in clinical training of student interns.

• Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life
• 600 hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist.
• Experience:
• General skills to resolve problems requiring the use of child development theory, professional child life principles, and experienced‑based knowledge.
• Well-developed writing skills, and excellent communication skills including conflict resolution to effectively work as a team member.
• Licensure/ Certifications:
• Certification in Child Life Specialist required within 1 year of hire for all new hires.

Keywords:

Child Life Specialist, pediatric care, therapeutic activities, psychosocial support, child development, healthcare adjustment, multidisciplinary team, intern training, certified child life specialist, per diem healthcare

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