Child Life Specialist

4 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Pride Health Full time
Job Title: Child Life Specialist

Pride Health is seeking a skilled Child Life Specialist to join our team in Brooklyn. As a Child Life Specialist, you will work with children and families to provide support and guidance in times of need.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct trauma-informed assessments to identify children's needs and develop individualized plans for support.
  • Coordinate referrals for mental health, childcare, and other services to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Attend meetings and trainings to stay up-to-date on best practices in child life and trauma-informed care.
  • Provide crisis intervention and support to families in childcare efforts.
  • Document progress and treatment plans in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Prepare children and families for medical and mental health procedures, implementing behavioral intervention as needed.
  • Support children through therapeutic play and offer individual and family counseling to assist families dealing with grief/loss and other mental health issues.

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field.
  • Active licensure as an LMSW, LMHC, or LMFT in New York.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
  • Experience working with mental illness, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.
  • Experience in respite, residential, or crisis programs.
  • Strong communication and computer skills, including Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
  • Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team and document clinical notes in an EHR database.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of $80,000.
  • Flexible scheduling with options for 9a-5p, 10a-6p, or 11a-7p.
  • Opportunity to work one weekend per month.
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Supplemental coverage, including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity.
  • 401(k)-retirement savings plan.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Legal support.
  • Auto, home, and pet insurance.
  • Employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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