Child Life Specialist

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 40 Location: Voorhees - 100 Bowman Drive Voorhees, NJ Additional Locations: Job Information: A Child Life Specialist conducts direct assessments and provides clinical interventions to patients and their families in accordance with all Child Life Competencies required by the Association of Child Life Professionals and are credentialed by the Child Life Certification Commission. As a member of the healthcare team, Child Life Specialists are clinically trained on the developmental impact of illness and injury. Based on this knowledge, specialists are responsible for providing developmentally appropriate and therapeutic interventions to reduce pain, fear, and anxiety, and increase the individual’s ability to cope with stress and uncertainty related to illness, injury, disability, and loss. REQUIRED: Certified Child Life Specialist (4)10 hour shifts ; 8a-6p OR (5) 8 hour shifts; 8:30a-5p Job Responsibilities Provides child life services to patients and family members, including developmentally appropriate therapeutic play and activities, education, procedural preparation, coping facilitation, and support as it relates to their illness and medical treatment, as well as bereavement support. Child life services are provided to pediatric patients, children of adult patients, and adults with developmental disabilities. Assesses, individualizes, and evaluates plan of care based on patient/family physical, developmental, emotional, and recreational needs. Collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to integrate goals and plans to promote optimal patient care that is family-centered, developmentally appropriate, and psychosocially sound Participates in the assessment of patients in terms of language development, motor function, understanding of disease and emotional feeling regarding hospitalization. (inpatient specific) Assists the child and parents in adjusting to the hospital environment and maintaining a healthy attitude towards illness (inpatient specific). Participates in and provides in-service training program for staff around developmental issue Prepares reports on the total program activities as directed by Clinical Manager; participates in the development of policies and procedures pertinent to the Child Life Program. Skills and Knowledge Knowledge of infant, child, and adolescent growth and development. Experience working with infants, children, and adolescents. Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner. Work collaboratively and in a positive manner with others. Ability to work independently Required Skills and Knowledge: Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Family Studies or closely related field Certified Child Life Specialist - or working to/eligible to obtain certification within 1 year of employment. Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner Work collaboratively and in a positive manner with others Ability to work independently. Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well That's our mission. We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.