Child Life Coordinator - Child Life Services - Day Shift

CoxHealth

Springfield, MO, United States
Day shift (6:00 am - 4:00 pm)
Therapeutic use of self
Patient activities facilitation
Hospital environment adaptation
CoxHealth is seeking a Child Life Coordinator to support pediatric patients in a healthcare setting by providing care through therapeutic activities and environment adaptation. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Child and Family Development, preferably with a focus on Child Life, and will be responsible for coordinating child life services, including staff management and community outreach

Job Summary

  • CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas with multiple hospitals and clinics.
  • The Child Life Coordinator provides care for pediatric patients through therapeutic interventions and educates healthcare team members about child life functions and development.
  • Benefits include medical, vision, dental, retirement with employer match, and more for employees working over 20 hours per week.

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CoxHealth is seeking a Child Life Coordinator to support pediatric patients in a healthcare setting by providing care through therapeutic activities and environment adaptation. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Child and Family Development, preferably with a focus on Child Life, and will be responsible for coordinating child life services, including staff management and community outreach.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • therapeutic use of self
  • patient activities facilitation
  • hospital environment adaptation
  • staff scheduling and evaluations
  • community outreach involvement

Nice-to-have

  • pediatric volunteer experience
  • professional hospital internship
  • continued professional relationships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Child and Family Development or related field
  • Eligible to sit for Child Life Certification exam or Certified Child Life Specialist
  • Preferred Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician
  • Preferred pediatric volunteer experience

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Not specified

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