Child Life Specialist 1/2
- UCSF Health
- San Francisco, CA, USA
Job Description
Child Life Specialist 1/2
Job Description
This position is focused in the Emergency Department. The Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) plays a pivotal role, building a sustainable, developmentally supportive, and family-centered program. Focusing on the unique neurodevelopmental needs of premature infants, the CCLS will build a service incorporating education, play and sensory regulation techniques. Supports caregiver bonding to create healthy attachments and offers interventions that address medical trauma, long-term hospitalization and uncertain outcomes. Coordinates programming and special events for pediatric patients and their families in Child Life Services programming spaces. Provides orientation and supervision for Child Life Services interns and volunteers. Assists in training and orientation of new hires. Works under the supervision of the Child Life Director.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
At UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, child life specialists and creative arts therapists strive to create positive health care experiences for children, youths and families.
Families often have questions about how to make sure their kids feel ready for a procedure or a stay in the hospital. The mission of our Child Life Services department is to help children and other family members prepare for and cope with these experiences. Our team of certified child life specialists, music therapists, art therapists, educators and parent liaisons are trained in child and family development, and understand the specific needs of children, teens and families in the hospital. Through support, play and education, we collaborate with parents and other caregivers to ensure a friendly and comfortable medical environment for each child.
Qualifications
CLS I:
- Minimum qualifications for application include a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Life, Child Development or a related field, Master’s degree preferred.
- Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified Child Life Specialist (600 hours) and
- Proof of eligibility for Child Life certification is required, certification preferred. Must be certified within 18 months of hire.
- One year of paid experience preferred but not required.
- Must complete CLS I competencies within 6 months of hire:
These include:
Environment of Care (Programming)
Assessment - Child Development and Family Systems
Age Specific Interventions
Preparation for Medical Treatments and Procedures
Procedural Support and Coping
Therapeutic Play
Documentation and Charting
Volunteer Supervision
CLS II:
- Minimum qualifications for application include a Masters degree in Education, Child Life, Child Development or a related field, or 5 years of experience
- Child Life Certification required
- Minimum of 2 years’ paid experience as a Child Life Specialist required.
- Must complete CLS II competencies within 6 months of hire:
These include all CLS I competencies plus:
Student Internship Supervision
End of Life Care
Cultural Awareness
Professionalism
Special needs
New Employee Orientation
About Us
Job Info
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