Child Life Specialist

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $23.00 - $34.50 Additional Pay Information $5,000 Sign-On bonus with a commitment!

Union Position

No

Department Details

Summary

Provide psychosocial support, education, preparation and therapeutic interventions for pediatric patients and families throughout the surgical/medical experience. This role collaborates with the perioperative team to reduce anxiety, promote positive coping and enhance patient and family centered care in the preoperative, operative and recovery settings.

Job Description

Assesses developmental, emotional, psychosocial and coping needs of pediatric patients and families undergoing surgical and medical procedures. Utilizes evidence-based child life practices to reduce stress and anxiety associated with surgery, anesthesia, procedures and hospitalization. Promotes family-centered care and facilitates the strengthening of positive coping and resiliency skills within the healthcare setting. Possesses expert knowledge of medical diagnosis and procedures. Understands special needs of children with chronic or disabling conditions, with expertise in the use of play activities in a health care environment and in-depth knowledge of research regarding children in health care settings.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Human Development, or related field required. Completion of Child Life internship required.

Minimum two years experience working with various age groups of children is preferred. Experience working with pediatric population in a therapeutic setting desired.

Certification as a Child Life Specialist (CCLS) is required or must be obtained within one year of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of hire.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.