Child Life Specialist
Core
Plans, develops, and provides child life programming to meet the psychosocial, emotional, and developmental needs of pediatric patients and their families in clinical settings.
Role type
Child Life Specialist (IC)
Builds
Therapeutic play interventions, coping strategies, and educational resources for pediatric patients and families
Domain
Healthcare / Pediatrics / Child Development
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Developmental assessment, medical play facilitation, crisis intervention, family education, volunteer coordination, documentation, in-service training
Preferred skills
Related work experience, ACLP certification within 18 months
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Evaluate child's developmental stage and emotional state; develop strategic plans to reduce fear and anxiety; implement specialized services including medical play and preparation for procedures; educate patients and families on disease processes and coping strategies; consult with healthcare workers on developmental and behavioral issues; supervise and coordinate Child Life volunteers; document interventions in medical records.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC