Child Life Specialist
Core
Reduces stress and anxiety for children in a hospital setting while providing emotional, psycho-social, and health-related educational support.
Role type
Child Life Specialist
Builds
Therapeutic and diversional play programs, patient preparation for medical procedures, family support during hospital stays
Domain
Healthcare / Pediatrics
Required skills
Child cognitive and social development knowledge, stress alleviation techniques, patient assessment, family communication, medical procedure education, play supervision
Preferred skills
Child Life Council certification
Responsibilities
Supervises therapeutic and diversional play; Assesses and prioritizes patients' needs; Prepares children for medical tests and procedures; Supports families during hospital stays; Participates in patient/family teaching; Engages in professional development
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC