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Work Shift
Day
Work Day(s)
Friday, Thursday
Shift Start Time
7:00 AM
Shift End Time
3:30 PM
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
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Job Description
Ensures that comprehensive child life services are provided to minimize the negative impact of trauma, hospitalization, and illness. Addresses the emotional, cognitive, and developmental needs of patients and families.
Experience
Child Life internship/fellowship (480-hour) under the supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Child Life, Psychology, or related field
Certification Summary
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) within 1 year of employment
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heartsaver within 30 days of employment
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of interdisciplinary team
Knowledge of pediatric age-appropriate treatment and practice
Organizational and analytical skills
Job Responsibilities
Provides developmentally appropriate education to patients and families regarding healthcare experiences.
Provides developmentally appropriate procedural preparation and support to patients and families.
Provides developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions to patients and families to assist in coping with illness and hospitalization.
Provides appropriate therapeutic interventions that are goal-oriented and individualized to the patient and family.
Supports patients and families confronting grief and bereavement.
Normalizes the environment to reduce the impact of healthcare experiences on development and coping while supporting developmental growth.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team in identifying and managing patients' and families' emotional and developmental needs.
Documents and maintains updated patient information pertaining to services provided.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
Primary Location Address
1001 Johnson Ferry Rd
Job Family
Social/Emotional/Spiritual Support
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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