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Child Life Specialist

  • Req #: 251959
  • Job Category: Behavioral & Social Work Services
  • Location: Daytona Beach, FL
  • Pay Range: $20.97 – $38.99
  • Location Type: On-site
  • Facility: AdventHealth Daytona Beach

Our promise to you:

Continuing your journey with AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

  • Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

  • Paid Time Off from Day One

  • 403-B Retirement Plan

  • 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

  • Career Development

  • Whole Person Well-being Resources

  • Mental Health Resources and Support

  • Pet Benefits

Job Description:

  • Supports education and skills of the interdisciplinary team to advocate for and enhance atraumatic care and comfort techniques throughout the facility.
  • Provides training and supervision for volunteers and maintain positive working relationships with them.
  • Ensures accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and interventions. Maintains an organized and clean work environment, including playroom, workspace, and storage areas.
  • Other duties as assigned. Provides developmentally appropriate education for patients and their families related to medical procedures, diagnoses, pain management, grief, and bereavement.
  • Uses play as a primary resource with patients and siblings to enhance coping, promote mastery and control, and encourage socialization.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Entry-level professional competency in child life related skills [Required]• Ability to learn and advance clinical skills [Required]• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change [Required]• Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities [Required]• Ability to communicate with others in a clear and professional manner on the phone, in person, and in writing [Required]

Education:
• Bachelor's [Required]• Master's [Preferred]

Field of Study:
• in Child Life, Education, Recreation Therapy, Child Development, Psychology or related field

Work Experience:
• N/A

Additional Information:
• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:
• Child Life Specialist Certification (CCLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements – https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Qualification Requirements:

Bachelor’s (Required), Master’sChild Life Specialist Certification (CCLS) – EV Accredited Issuing Body

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range:

$20.97 – $38.99

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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