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Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Education Liaison/Child Life Specialist, this position provides therapeutic/diversion activities for individuals and groups of pediatric patients (infants through adolescents) and their families. Provides comprehensive care based on the principles of growth and development across the lifespan of patients served. The position demonstrates the professional skills and behaviors to promote comprehensive, cost-effective, and meaningful healthcare for consumers in a diverse healthcare environment.
Shift: Day Shift — Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 12-hour shifts.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required in child development, social services or elementary education
Experience:
- Must have a minimum of one (1) year of Child Life experience as a child life assistant in a hospital setting
- Two to three years of work experience directly with children in a learning environment
Certification/Licensure:
- A BLS card is obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.
- CPI training required upon hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must possess the ability to work with culturally diverse patients and families.
- Must possess good verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills, including knowledge of basic grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
- Excellent organizational skills, time management skills, and the ability to meet designated deadlines are required.
- Must have basic computer knowledge.
Job-Specific Responsibilities:
- Provide age-appropriate play, therapeutic, and diversion activities for pediatric patients.
- Assist the Child Life Specialist with daily programming, group activities, and bedside support.
- Help create a safe, clean, and engaging environment for patients and families.
- Support patients’ emotional needs through play and positive interaction.
- Observe and report patient behaviors and needs to the care team.
- Maintain and sanitize toys, supplies, and activity areas.
- Document patient interactions as required.
- Collaborate with staff to support overall patient care.
- Follow hospital policies, safety guidelines, and confidentiality standards.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for CHLB/Glendora Hospital roles, including but not limited to shift differential and other special pay practices, etc. The posted compensation for the position is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay that CHLB/Glendora Hospital in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.
Compensation
$29.00 – $30.00 per hour
Minimum Years of Experience
1 year
Minimum Level of Education
Bachelors
Job Type : Full Time
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