What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Life Specialist - Inpatient Pediatrics position at University of Vermont Medical Center?
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Job Details
- Job Ref:
- R0060068
- Category:
- Mental Health
- Employment Type:
- Full-Time
- Location:
- 111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
- Department:
- Vermont Children's Hospital - Baird 5
- Job Type:
- Regular
- Primary Shift:
- Day-8hr
- Hours:
- -
- Hours per Week:
- 40
- Weekend Needs:
- Rotating
- Pay Rate:
- $23.97 - $35.97 per hour
AREA OF SUPPORT:
Inpatient Pediatrics Unit
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) functions within the policies, practices and program plans of the Department of Nursing at the organization. Under the supervisor of the Baird 5 (Inpatient Pediatrics) Nurse Manager, s/he is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating Child Life programming for the hospitalized children that is designed to further the social, emotional and physical well-being of children within the hospital setting. In addition, s/he is also responsible for overseeing pediatric volunteers and for orienting hospital staff to the psychosocial and developmental needs of children and their families.
EDUCATION:
Bachelors degree in Child Life required. Masters degree in Child Life preferred.
Completion of 600 hour internship under the direct supervision of a CCLS required.
Certification as a CCLS is preferred. Certification within 6 months of hire required.
EXPERIENCE:
At least 1 year experience working as a Child Life Specialist preferred.
INCENTIVES:
External candidates may qualify for a $5,200 Relocation Assistance package. Additional terms and conditions apply.
Inpatient Pediatrics will cover the cost of certification and recertification!
The UVM Health Network is dedicated to creating a workplace that is diverse, equitable, accessible, and inclusive for our employees, patients and communities we serve. This commitment will be included in all strategies and policies and will represent who we are as an organization.
Salary : $24 - $36