Child Life Specialist

1 week ago


Loxahatchee Groves, Florida, United States HCA Florida Palms West Hospital Full time
Unlock Your Career Potential

Are you passionate about making a real impact in the lives of children and families? As a Child Life Specialist at HCA Florida Palms West Hospital, you will have the opportunity to plan and provide therapeutic activities and psychosocial care to pediatric and adolescent patients and families, helping them cope with stress and anxiety related to healthcare experiences.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assess patients and develop individualized programs of activities and behavioral strategies to promote understanding and prepare patients for healthcare experiences.
  • Provide procedural, emotional, and bereavement support to patients and families, and assess the need for outpatient psychosocial care and recommend referrals.
  • Collaborate with nursing staff and other healthcare team members to integrate therapeutic intervention with overall patient care and treatment.
  • Develop and manage a volunteer service program to support Child Life Program activities.
  • Provide interdisciplinary in-service education on child development, child life, and the impact of illness, injury, and healthcare on patients and families.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Child and Family Studies, or a related field.
  • Master's Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Child and Family Studies, or a related field preferred.
  • Completion of a Child Life internship from an accredited Child Life program.
  • Minimum 2 years of clinical experience as a Certified Child Life Specialist preferred.
  • Must obtain Certification by the Child Life Council within 18 months of hire date.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) within 120 days of hire.

HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is a 204-bed facility in Palm Beach County, offering a range of services, including emergency care, a dedicated New Life Center, and a Level II NICU. We are an Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Primary Stroke Center and have a full-service Children's Hospital. Join our team of top healthcare professionals and enjoy all that Palm Beach County has to offer.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. We are committed to making a positive impact in our communities and providing exceptional care to our patients.


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