Certified Child Life Specialist Neonatal Intensive Care Unit NICU
AdventHealth$26.00/hr01 ADVENTHEALTH SOUTH ORLANDOFull timePosted 3w agoStill open, checked every nightHow this pay compares
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About the job
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family
- Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off from Day One
- 403-B Retirement Plan
- 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
- Career Development
- Whole Person Well-being Resources
- Mental Health Resources and Support
- Pet Benefits
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Address
601 E Rollins St
City
Orlando
State
Florida
Postal Code
32803
Job Description
$3,000 Relocation Assistance available to eligible candidates (see terms below) and position starts at a minimum hourly rate of $26.00 per hour
Terms: 12-month Full-time Employment Contract Required for Relocation
Relocation Eligibility
- Must live 50 miles outside of campus address
- Rehires that are less than 12 months from separation date are not eligible
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Days, Monday -Friday, 8:00am -4:30pm and one weekend day every 7-8 weeks
Location: 601 E. Rollins St. Orlando, FL 32803
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Primary Job Responsibilities:
Promotes a positive experience for children and their families throughout their healthcare journey. Focuses on the psychosocial development of children, providing emotional support, developmentally appropriate information, and play opportunities to help them cope. Utilizes play and self-expressive activities to minimize stress and anxiety for patients and families. May assist in application review and interview process for child life students and serve as a child life mentor. Other duties as assigned Maintains professional development and appropriate certifications. Maintain child life certification by attending professional development webinars, in services, and conferences.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Meets all requirements for CLS job description
- Ability to work independently
- Demonstrates core competence with all child life skills
Education
- Bachelor's [Required]
- Master's [Preferred]
Field of Study
- in Child Life, Education, Recreation Therapy, Child Development or related field
Licenses and Certifications
- Child Life Specialist Certification (CCLS) [Required]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
- Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range
$21.17 - $39.38
Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse :
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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About AdventHealth
AdventHealth is a faith-based health system with more than 100,000 (source: AdventHealth, About AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook (media resources)) caregivers, 51 (source: AdventHealth, About AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook (media resources)) hospital campuses and hundreds of care sites in almost a dozen states. Source: AdventHealth, About AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook (media resources)
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