Pediatric Psychosocial Support Specialist

5 days ago


Gainesville, Florida, United States UF Health Shands Full time
Job Description

FTE: 1.0

Shift Hours: 8:00AM-4:30PM

Days of Week: MONDAY-FRIDAY

At UF Health Shands, we are seeking a skilled Child Life Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for assessing and providing services in response to the identified psychosocial and developmental needs of hospitalized children and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough assessments of pediatric patients and their families to identify psychosocial and developmental needs.
  • Develop and implement individualized plans to address the identified needs, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care and support for patients and families.
  • Provide education and support to patients, families, and healthcare staff on child development, coping skills, and stress management.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a human service area, Child Life, Child Development, Child and Family Studies, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Psychology, Recreational Therapy, or related fields from an accredited institution.
  • Master's degree is preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development.
  • Two years of experience working with children in a healthcare setting is preferred.
  • CCLS/CTRS certification and experience.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified or certificate eligible as a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). If certificate eligible, will attain certification within one year in order to retain position. Clinical internship in progress or internship eligible per ACLP guidelines may be considered.



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