Child Life Specialist

3 months ago

Saint Louis, United States SSM Health Full time

It's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's HospitalWorker Type:RegularJob Highlights:Department: NICUSign On Bonus: $5,000Schedule: ​Full Time, Day Shift, M-F, 10a-6:30p3-4 weekends per year / 1-2 holidays per yearStarting Pay: ​$21.89+Shift Differentials: ​ Available for night, weekend, and additional shiftsCompletion of a Child Life Specialist internship requiredLocation: Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital - STLOur mission and values put the patient first and helps you to feel valued while respecting teamwork and collaboration.  Our Child Life Specialist roles are an integral piece in our care team and we see it as a partnership.  At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with compassionate people like you.Daily Pay:  Get paid daily doing the work you love in a way that fits your life.  At SSM Health St Anthony, we believe you deserve the flexibility to work a schedule that fits your life and to get paid when you need it. **Sign on bonuses are for external qualified candidates.  Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available for you.Job Summary:Collaborates with the health care team to provide social, emotional, and developmental support during a pediatric patient's illness and hospitalization.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides educational preparation to patients and families prior to potential anxiety provoking tests, procedures, or events through the use of explanation, hands on materials, and medical play.Supplies a caring and secure atmosphere for patients and their families in pediatrics.Collaborates with the health care team to plan appropriate interventions.Develops and/or participates in outreach and educational activities to teach families, staff, and the community about issues and services related to ill and hospitalized children.Acts as a resource for families and the health care team regarding child development including behavior modification and compliance issues.Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATIONBachelor's degree in Child Life Human Development or related fieldEXPERIENCENo experience requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSFrequent reaching, sitting, standing and walking.Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.Frequent keyboard use/data entry.Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, twisting and gripping.Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.Occasional driving.Rare repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements and squatting.REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS  State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin     Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) - Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP) Work Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:4505000010 Child LifeScheduled Weekly Hours:40SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
















Benefits





SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. 


Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). 
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. 

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