Child Life Specialist

13 hours ago


New Hyde Park, New York, United States Northwell Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Child Life Specialist to join our team at Northwell Health. The successful candidate will provide psychosocial support to children and their families, promoting emotional well-being and coping strategies in a hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement psychosocial programs to foster emotional, developmental, and intellectual growth of children.
  • Provide routine psychosocial care to children and families, reducing stress and increasing adaptive coping.
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized plans of care.
  • Design and set up activity areas to promote patient engagement and comfort.
  • Provide emotional support and stress reduction techniques to patients and families.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, Sociology, or related field.
  • Completion of a Child Life internship with a minimum of 600 hours.
  • Child Life Certification within 12 months of hire.

Why Join Our Team?

As a Child Life Specialist at Northwell Health, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support, and we are committed to helping our patients achieve their full potential.


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