Child Life Assistant TEMPORARY
Core
Interacts directly with pediatric patients and families to facilitate age-appropriate activities that reduce distress and promote coping in a healthcare setting.
Role type
Child Life Assistant (Therapeutic Play Specialist)
Builds
Therapeutic safe environments, developmentally appropriate play/recreational activities, and supportive child-friendly spaces.
Domain
Healthcare / Pediatrics / Child Development
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Child development knowledge, Spanish (medical terminology), Data collection, Excel proficiency, Patient assessment, Volunteer coordination, Infection prevention standards
Preferred skills
Child life certification (ACLP), Associate or bachelor's degree, Prior child life assistant experience, 600-hour internship completion
Technologies
Excel, Word processing, Databases
Responsibilities
Develops and implements play-based interventions; Screens and transports patients to play areas; Supervises and trains volunteers and students; Maintains safe, clean environments; Coordinates special events and holiday activities; Assists with supply ordering and distribution.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC