What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Child Life Specialist position at Soul Skills?
Company Description
Soul Skills is a Child Life Private Practice located in North Palm Beach, FL, that focuses on providing innovative healing to children and families facing adversity. Our Specialists and Therapists utilize evidenced-based techniques to instill positive coping while building resiliency.
Role Description
This is a part-time hybrid role for a Certified Child Life Specialist. The role involves supporting children, teens and adults by teaching positive coping techniques, providing family centered care, and utilizing developmental expertise. While the role is preferably based in North Palm Beach, FL, potential for remote/virtual work opportunities can be discussed. This Specialist will work with clients between the ages of 5 and 25 that are experiencing mental health, behavioral or medical challenges.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2-4 years experience as a CCLS
- Active certification of a Child Life Specialist
- Must be willing to learn how to translate the Child Life expertise in a non-traditional setting
- Education background in Child Life, Psychology, or related field
- Strong understanding of child development and family dynamics
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Muse be comfortable and confident in collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of Therapists, Psychiatrists, and other Specialists
- Previous experience in a pediatric healthcare setting is a plus