Child Life Specialist - Nch Toledo

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Toledo, OH, US
Evidence-based assessment tools
Psychosocial needs assessment
Developmentally appropriate practices
This role involves developing and implementing interventions to promote emotional and social well-being for pediatric patients and their families

Job Summary

  • This role involves developing and implementing interventions to promote emotional and social well-being for pediatric patients and their families.
  • The specialist must assess psychosocial risks during hospitalization, medical procedures, and end-of-life care using evidence-based tools.
  • Candidates are required to hold a Bachelor's Degree in child life or a related field and obtain CCLS certification within three years.

Matching Summary

This role involves developing and implementing interventions to promote emotional and social well-being for pediatric patients and their families.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evidence-based assessment tools
  • Psychosocial needs assessment
  • Developmentally appropriate practices
  • Family systems knowledge
  • Patient education support
  • Accurate documentation skills

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal communication
  • Professional growth mindset
  • Collaborative healthcare team member
  • Supervision and mentorship abilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in child life or related field
  • CCLS certification or within three years of hire
  • Pediatric healthcare setting experience
  • Completion of child life clinical internship

Work Rights

Not specified

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