NICU/ Pediatric Child Life Specialist - Full Time, Day Shift

Under limited supervision, the Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) provides psychosocial and emotional support for pediatric & adolescent patients and their families receiving care at GBMC. The CCLS utilizes a family-centered care approach to assists patients and families in effectively coping with the stress and anxiety of the hospital experience as well as to maximize the growth and development of children and adolescents.

Education :

Bachelor's or Master's (preferred) Degree in Child Life or a related field such as Child Development, Psychology, Child Psychology, Education or Counseling

Experience :

At least one year of paid experience as a Child Life Specialist. Completion of a child life internship is required, as recognized by the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP).

Licensure, Certifications

Current certification as a Child Life Specialist through the Association for Child Life Professionals or if eligible for Certification, it must be obtained within one year of date of hire.

Physical Requirements :

Physical ability to walk and stand for up to eighty percent of work time and lifting or pushing objects weighing up to thirty pounds for up to fifteen percent of work time.

Working conditions :

Work is primarily performed in the Pediatric Emergency Department or Pediatric Inpatient Unit 39, but may extend to other clinical settings within GBMC where pediatric patients receive care. These settings are clinical in nature and will involve direct care and contact with patients.

Skills :

• Knowledge and experience to ensure understanding of the basic issues of infant / child / adolescent development and behavior.
• Analytical skills necessary to assess patient and family needs, to establish a plan of care, and to effect appropriate interventions.
• Time management skills and discipline required to efficiently and effectively provide child life services across clinical settings
• Ability to read and write the English language and technical abilities to effectively complete required professional electronic documentation and correspondence.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively engage patients and families in a constructive therapeutic relationship.
• Basic supervisory skills to oversee child life program volunteers during assigned shifts.
• Knowledge of the ACLP Code of Ethics

Patient & Workplace Safety :

Patient Population :

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values :

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

Pay Range

20.75 - $31.12

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary : $21 - $31