The Emergency Department Child Life Specialist is responsible for providing essential life experiences, family support & education to patients and families in the health care system
Job Summary
The Emergency Department Child Life Specialist is responsible for providing essential life experiences, family support & education to patients and families in the health care system.
The role involves collaborating with other health care providers and the community to promote growth and development for patients throughout their health care experience.
Candidates must complete a Child Life Internship and obtain Certified Child Life Specialist certification within one year of hire.
Matching Summary
The Emergency Department Child Life Specialist is responsible for providing essential life experiences, family support & education to patients and families in the health care system.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Collaborate with healthcare providers
Facilitate positive patient adjustment
Support family growth and development
Nice-to-have
Community collaboration experience
Pediatric care environment familiarity
Key Requirements
Minimum Bachelors degree in Child Life or related field
Completion of Child Life Internship required
Certified Child Life Specialist by exam within one year
American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS within 60 days