Not specified; not specified; comprehensive medica...
Onsite
Psychosocial assessment of children and families
Developmental appropriate interventions
Collaboration with medical and nursing staff
The Child Life Specialist provides psychosocial and development-based assessments and support to children of all ages and their families
Job Summary
The Child Life Specialist provides psychosocial and development-based assessments and support to children of all ages and their families.
The role involves planning emotionally and developmentally appropriate experiences to promote effective coping with health care and continued cognitive growth.
Carilion Clinic offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, an employer-funded pension plan, and paid time off accrued from day one.
Matching Summary
The Child Life Specialist provides psychosocial and development-based assessments and support to children of all ages and their families.
Salary
Not specified; Not specified; Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; Employer Funded Pension Plan; Paid Time Off
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Psychosocial assessment of children and families
Developmental appropriate interventions
Collaboration with medical and nursing staff
Bereavement support provision
Supervision of practicum students and interns
Nice-to-have
Excellent communication skills
Service excellence commitment
Organizational skills
Teamwork and respectful communication
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in child life or related field
Completion of 480-hour child life internship
1-2 years experience in acute child life program
Certified Child Life Specialist required within 1 year
AHA BLS-HCP certification required within 6 months