Child Life Specialist I

4 weeks ago


Denver, Colorado, United States Denver Health Full time

Job Summary

A Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) is a vital member of our team, providing trauma-informed care and evidence-based interventions to help children and families cope with illness, injury, trauma, disability, loss, and bereavement. This role is responsible for developing a plan of care, including interventions to address the needs of the child and family, and providing psychological preparation to children prior to undergoing medical procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develops a plan of care, including interventions to address the needs of the child and family.
  • Provides psychological preparation to children prior to undergoing medical procedures.
  • Uses normative and/or therapeutic play opportunities to encourage expression of feelings, process difficult events, explore positive coping skills, promote a sense of mastery and understanding of health care experiences, and to minimize stress associated with health care experiences.
  • Recognizes the developmental issues specifically related to healthcare experiences.
  • Diagnoses education: Utilizing developmentally appropriate language to explain a new diagnosis, injury, illness, or death.
  • Grief support: Providing memory making and legacy building items, developmentally appropriate education and resources for families, and facilitating bedside visits.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • Two years of experience as a Certified Child Life Specialist in a hospital setting is highly preferred.
  • CCLS-Certified Child Life Specialist - ACLP - Association of Child Life Professionals required, or eligible for CCLS (must be certified within 6 months of hire).
  • BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association required.

Why Join Our Team?

Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that provides high-quality, patient-centered care to the community. As a Certified Child Life Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of healthcare professionals and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.



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