What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Life Specialist II position at Novant Health Careers?
Job Summary
Certification - Association of Child Life Professionals, required.
Location: Huntersville Medical Center
Department: Child Life Center, Emergency
Hours: Full Time, Monday - Friday 40 hours per week (Day Shift)
About The Role
As a Child Life Specialist, you will provide emotional, developmental, and therapeutic support to pediatric patients and families, helping them navigate medical, surgical, and diagnostic experiences. This senior role includes mentorship, program development, and leadership opportunities within our multidisciplinary team.
Why Join Us?
At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.
Responsibilities
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Certification - Association of Child Life Professionals, required.
Location: Huntersville Medical Center
Department: Child Life Center, Emergency
Hours: Full Time, Monday - Friday 40 hours per week (Day Shift)
About The Role
As a Child Life Specialist, you will provide emotional, developmental, and therapeutic support to pediatric patients and families, helping them navigate medical, surgical, and diagnostic experiences. This senior role includes mentorship, program development, and leadership opportunities within our multidisciplinary team.
Why Join Us?
- Supportive and Inclusive Work Environment - We prioritize teamwork, diversity, and professional growth.
- Career Advancement - Opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and specialized training.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits - Including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
- Impactful Work - Be part of a team that improves the lives of children and families every day and lead and mentor as a senior-level Child Life Specialist.
At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Patient & Family Support - Implement child life programs to reduce stress, anxiety, and trauma during hospitalization.
- Clinical Leadership - Mentor, train, and support new and existing Child Life staff.
- Program Development - Create and coordinate new child life programs for enhanced patient care.
- Education & Advocacy - Work with schools and organizations to educate about patient conditions, treatment plans, and emotional well-being.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration - Educate healthcare teams on best practices for pediatric patient care.
- Research & Development - Contribute to research projects and present at conferences on Child Life topics.
- Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Recreational Therapy, Psychology, or related field, required. Graduate Degree, preferred.
- Experience: 5 years, required. A total of 10,400 hours as a Certified Child Life specialist or 8,320 hours.
- Licensure/Certification: Certification - Assoc of Child Life Professionals, required.
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