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Child Life SpecialistUniversity of Maryland Medical System • Baltimore, Maryland
Child Life Specialist

Child Life Specialist

University of Maryland Medical System • Baltimore, Maryland
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Job Description

This position is in our 19-bed PICU and will be joining an existing full-time child life specialist to expand coverage hours to children and families in the PICU. The Child Life Specialist is responsible for providing optimal developmental, psychosocial, and therapeutic support in the healthcare setting to meet the social, emotional, physical and educational needs of children between the ages of birth and eighteen years of age. Assesses children's developmental and coping needs and implements developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions such as play, medical play, psychological preparation, and rehearsed coping to minimize distress associated with the health care environment and to foster resiliency. Supervised by the child life manager and supervises and evaluates the work of volunteers and student interns. Collaborates with other members of the health care team to enhance quality of care and acts as an advocate and resource regarding issues such as child development and children's response to hospitalization.

Company Description

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet(r)-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to work!

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in child life, child development, or closely related discipline. Completion of a 600 hour child life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist is required.
  • Must meet requirements set forth for certification by the Child Life Certifying Commission. Certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
  • Membership in Child Life Council and other professional affiliations is encouraged.
  • Current CPR training, or obtain CPR training within 3 months.
Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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