Spec Child Life

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides a therapeutic milieu for hospitalized children, specifically addressing their psychosocial and developmental needs. Responsible for daily therapeutic interventions and supervision of Foster Grandparents, volunteers and students assisting the Child Life Program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors Degree in Child Life, Psychology, Child Development, Special Education or related field is required. Completion of a Child Life internship from an accredited Child Life Program is required. Prefer at least a year full-time experience in a child life program.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Must be eligible for professional certification by the Child Life Commission within six months of hire date. Prefer fully certified child life specialist.