What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Life Playroom Coordinator position at Geisinger?
- Coordinates the playroom activity program as assigned; plans and implements group activities that are developmentally appropriate.
- Plans and facilitates playroom programs and special events that promote normal growth and development and optimal adjustment to hospitalization, treatment, illness and disability for pediatric inpatients and their families.
- Plans and implements a range of activities to meet the psychosocial and age related needs of patients and families.
- Schedules and post regular schedule of unit play program and activities.
- Seeks to involve all patients, as appropriate, in playroom activity program and facilitates patient inclusion in special events and visits.
- Interacts with patients, families, volunteers and staff to facilitate play, support learning, mastery and control through play and socialization.
- Plans and implements holiday activities and special events including Child Life Week, collaborating with other departments and hospital staff to ensure that activities are culturally and developmentally appropriate.
- Oversees toy and equipment cleaning of four playrooms and one outdoor play deck, keeping necessary records on the Child Life Department Toy Cleaning Log.
- Oversee safety and maintenance of activity areas, equipment and supplies in compliance with safety and infection control policies, completing Safety Checklist in collaboration with other Child
- Life Staff and volunteers.
Oversees all gaming equipment, keeping current records of inventory, general maintenance, distribution, cleaning, charging, replacing supplies, educating staff on use of equipment and coordinating with contracted service company.
Mentors and supports assigned playroom employees or volunteers.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Qualifications:
Hours: Days/ 10-6:30 (Tuesday-Friday); 8-4:30 (Saturday)
Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance .
