Child Life Specialist
US-ID-Boise
careers
Req #: 96954
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of pediatric patients? Join our dynamic and growing team at St. Luke's Boise, home to Idaho's only children's hospital and a proud Magnet-designated organization. Here, you'll have the opportunity to support holistic development through creative, age-appropriate interventions while being part of a team committed to excellence in patient care. Eligible for Sign-On Bonus! What You Can Expect: * Collaborative Team Environment: Be part of a team that is constantly evolving to meet the unique needs of our pediatric patients, providing exceptional care in a supportive setting. * Flexible Schedule: Enjoy variable shifts, including days and evenings, that allow for a balanced work-life schedule. We have multiple part-time and full-time opportunities available. * Play-Based Interventions: Deliver age-appropriate, play-based interventions and develop individualized care plans that align with each patient's medical and psychosocial needs. * Holistic Growth Support: Promote the emotional, social, and cognitive growth of patients, considering the context of their family, culture, and developmental stage. * Educational Guidance: Enhance patients' and families' understanding of medical procedures and diagnoses using developmentally appropriate techniques. Qualifications: * * * Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred in Child Life Development, Early Childhood Education, or Pediatric Psychology. * Experience: At least 1 year of relevant experience working with children. * Licenses/Certifications: Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) certification is required Responsibilities: The Child Life Specialist 1 provides and supports the physical and psychosocial development of children in the medical center. * Provides age appropriate play-based interventions and creates care plans compatible with medical and psychosocial needs. * Supports the patient's emotional, social, and cognitive growth in the context of family, culture, and development. * Enhances patient's and family's understanding of medical procedures and diagnosis by facilitating developmentally appropriate procedural preparation and support. * Implements a wide range of recreational events and activities, including coordination of visitors and donations. * Serves as a resource to hospital staff on issues related to psychosocial developmental needs of pediatric patients. * Minimizes fears and stress regarding the health experience and fosters coping. * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications: * Education: Bachelors' Degree * Experience: 1 year experience * Licenses/Certifications: Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
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