Child Life Specialist Emergency Department

About the role

Our Promise To You Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Located at 601 E Rollins St, Orlando, FL 32803.

Responsibilities

• Supports education and skills of the interdisciplinary team to advocate for and enhance atraumatic care and comfort techniques throughout the facility.
• Provides training and supervision for volunteers and maintain positive working relationships with them.
• Ensures accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and interventions.
• Maintains an organized and clean work environment, including playroom, workspace, and storage areas.
• Provides developmentally appropriate education for patients and their families related to medical procedures, diagnoses, pain management, grief, and bereavement.
• Uses play as a primary resource with patients and siblings to enhance coping, promote mastery and control, and encourage socialization.
• Assesses developmental levels, coping skills, and diversional needs of patients and siblings while establishing therapeutic relationships.
• Utilizes stress reduction techniques and offers emotional support to assist with patient and family coping and minimize stress related to their healthcare experience.
• Assists with coordination, involvement, and support for hospital-related community and special events.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with Child Life peers and members of the healthcare team while supporting departmental changes due to performance initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Entry-level professional competency in child life related skills [Required]
• Ability to learn and advance clinical skills [Required]
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change [Required]
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities [Required]
• Ability to communicate with others in a clear and professional manner on the phone, in person, and in writing [Required]
• Education: Bachelor's [Required]; Master's [Preferred]
• Field of Study in Child Life, Education, Recreation Therapy, Child Development, Psychology or related field
• Licenses and Certifications: Child Life Specialist Certification (CCLS) required within one year of start date
• Successful completion of 600-hour child life internship prior to first day of employment
• Physical Requirements: see details at https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Pay

• Position starts at a minimum hourly rate of $26.00 per hour
• Pay range: $21.17 - $39.38 per hour
• $3,000 Relocation Assistance available to eligible candidates (see terms)

Schedule

• Full-time
• Shift: Days, 12:00pm-10:30pm; days scheduled may vary depending on unit requirements