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Child Life Specialist-PD

Catholic Health Services

West Islip, NYPer Diem$48.02/hrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$48.02/hr
Location
West Islip, NY
Schedule
Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Child Life Certification Eligibility Within 18 MonthsBLS/CPR CertificationBachelor's degree

Job overview

At Catholic Health, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient, every moment. Good Samaritan University Hospital, a 537-bed teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center, is seeking a compassionate and motivated Child Life Specialist to join our team on a per diem basis.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Psychosocial SupportTherapeutic PlayProcedure PreparationFamily SupportDocumentationCommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPediatric Healthcare

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Child Life or Related FieldChild Life Certification Eligibility Within 18 Months600-Hour Child Life Internship CompletionBLS/CPR CertificationPediatric Healthcare or Oncology Experience

Benefits

Tuition Assistance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Overview

At Catholic Health, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient, every moment. Good Samaritan University Hospital, a 537-bed teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center, is seeking a compassionate and motivated Child Life Specialist to join our team on a per diem basis.

Job Details

Join a collaborate team committed o evidence-based care, continual learning, and improving the patient experience for children and families across Long Island.

Responsibilities

  • Provide psychosocial support to pediatric patients and families.

  • Utilize therapeutic play and developmental activities to promote coping and healing.

  • Prepare children and families for medical procedures and hospital experiences.

  • Support families throughout the child’s healthcare journey.

  • Maintain documentation and contribute to a safe, child-friendly environment.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Child Life, Child Development, Creative Arts Therapy, or related field required.

  • Eligible for Child Life Certification (CCLS) within 18 months of hire.

  • Completion of a 600-hour Child Life internship required.

  • BLS/CPR certification required. ( American Heart Association accepted only)

  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

  • Pediatric healthcare and/or oncology experience preferred.

Salary Range

USD $48.02 - USD $48.02 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.

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