Child Life Associate-Casual

About the organization

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota serves kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in the region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital.

Department overview

The Child Life group promotes the continuous development of children to optimize their responses to medical care, to minimize psychological stress and trauma, and to increase understanding and coping with illness and health care experiences. Child Life provides children with opportunities for gaining a sense of mastery, for play, for learning, for self-expression, for family involvement and for peer interaction. As members of the health care team, child life staff advocate for children and families in ambulatory and inpatient settings. They serve as resources to all staff and to the community on issues related to child development and child health experiences.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities and programs that support and promote normal growth and development.
• Train and oversee volunteers.
• Maintain community ties that enhance program delivery.
• Work independently, in collaboration with the Child Life Music Therapy department, to provide a safe environment in play areas and at the patient bedside.
• Interact with patients and families in inpatient settings, ambulatory care areas, and play spaces.

Requirements

• BLS certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in child development or related field required.
• At least 2 years' work experience with children and families.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Experience with program planning and development.

Pay

The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full-time employment (40 standard hours per week). Annual salaries for part-time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full-time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Other fringe benefits
• Shift differentials or premium pay for positions requiring night, weekend, or on-call work

Schedule

Service hours and care delivery may include weekend and evening work hours independent of a CCLS. Positions that require night, weekend, or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.