Child Life Specialist-Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients and families to identify strengths, concerns, and needs.
• Develop and implement individualized short-term and long-term goals based on assessment findings.
• Provide emotional, social, and developmental support to patients and families throughout illness, injury, end-of-life, and bereavement.
• Enhance the quality of care by addressing psychosocial challenges related to medical conditions.
• Facilitate medical play and preparation sessions to help patients and families understand medical procedures and develop effective coping strategies.
• Use play as a therapeutic tool to reduce anxiety and improve the medical experience.
• Identify and advocate for the needs of patients and families within the healthcare system.
• Regularly reassess the effectiveness of interventions and adjust strategies as needed to meet evolving needs.
• Provide activities tailored to the age and developmental stage of patients to support cognitive and emotional growth.
• Ensure that activities are engaging and therapeutic, promoting positive outcomes.
• Function as a proactive and effective member of the multidisciplinary team.
• Share relevant observations and insights about patients with other healthcare professionals to facilitate coordinated and comprehensive care.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive psychosocial care appropriate to the age and developmental level of patients.
• Strong assessment skills with the ability to consistently re-evaluate and prioritize care based on patient and family needs.
• Proficiency in providing therapeutic play opportunities and diversions to reduce stress and enhance the hospitalization experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient and family interactions.
• Flexibility and adaptability in managing changing patient and family needs.