At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.
Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.
Short DescriptionThe Child Life Specialist will assess the psychosocial needs of patients and their families to offer and implement supportive, therapeutic interventions such as preparation for health care encounters, procedural support and coping strategies, and opportunities for various types of play.
The Child Life Specialist will be an advocate for pediatric patients and visitors and serve as a resource for other hospital staff in areas of child development, family-centered care, trauma-informed care, age appropriate and developmentally appropriate interactions, and bereavement support.
Responsibilities:
1.Provides Child Life services in pediatric units as assigned and in other units as consulted
2.Assesses psychosocial and developmental needs of patients/families and implements or adapts services and goals as needed
3.Utilizes therapeutic interventions such as psychological preparation, procedural support, therapeutic play, medical play, bereavement support, etc. to facilitate coping with hospitalization
4.Provides developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed education and emotional support for children about health care encounters, the hospital environment, new diagnoses or injuries, grief, etc.
5.Documents interventions and services in a timely manner within the patient’s electronic health record
6.Works as part of the multi-disciplinary team to communicate, collaborate, educate, and advocate for patient- and family-centered care
7.Delegates appropriate duties to Activities Assistants and volunteers, supervises practicum students as assigned
8.Complies with professional, ethical, and educational standards in accordance with the Association of Child Life Professionals
Experience Required0-2 years experience required, 3-5 years preferred
Education RequirementsBachelor's degree required in Child Life or related field, or a Bachelors with a completed Child Life Certification
License/Certification RequirementsMust have completed 600+ hour Child Life Internship
Certified Child Life Specialist certification required- Must obtain certification within 12 months of hire
Skills/Qualifications
Communication – Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers
Special Requirementsfull time, 40 hours a week
In our tuition-free Tech Fundamentals program, you will master the basics of IT with real-world applications.What's Included in Tech Fundamentals- Up to 20 weeks of instructor-led virtual training- Opportunity for a paid internship or a project-based learning experience...
About the Company We are a financial insurance company that organizes various events for our members. Our focus is on creating engaging and informative content and presentations that highlights these events and connects with our community. Job Description: We ...
**$5,000 Sign on Bonus! Accepting New Grads!**Join us as a **Registered Nurse (RN) - Neuro ICU, Full-time Weekend Nights 7pm-7am, Grandview Medical Center.** _Has weekend pay!_+ **Unit:** Neuro ICU+ **Shift:** Weekend Nights, 7pm-7am+ **Sign On Bonus:** $5,000+ **Student...
...Job Title: Trackhoe/Excavator Operator Earthwork Crews Location: Whitestown,IN Job Type: Full-time Company Overview: At Valenti-Held , we are a leading player in site development, known for our commitment to quality, safety, and innovation. As an employee...
...Qualifications of the Billing Coordinator Prior experience in billing, accounting, or administrative support, ideally in a healthcare setting... ...payers to ensure timely reimbursement Monitor accounts receivable and support collections tracking Assist with payroll prep,...