Child Life Assistant

About Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital  

We fight for every child. With 350 pediatric specialists and subspecialists, 12 years of U.S. News & World Report national rankings and innovations that draw patients from all over the world, we're driven to replace fear with hope and doubt with answers. We believe in the possibility of every child's future. Because it's only impossible until it isn't. We have both inpatient and ambulatory spaces as well as a Level 1 trauma Emergency Department designated to children.  

Scope of work 

The Child Life Assistant will support the Helen DeVos Hematology, Oncology and Infusion Clinic in the outpatient setting. The primary responsibilities of this position are planning, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate play opportunities for patients. This role supports the Child Life Specialist in promoting normal growth and development for pediatric patients and families. The Child Life Assistant will also be involved on a regular basis with implementation of community and hospital-based programs that reflect the mission of the Child Life Program and Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.

Qualifications 

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred Associate's Degree in child life, child development, child psychology, early childhood education, recreational therapy or related degree
• 1 year of relevant experience Previous work with children and / or teenagers Preferred
• 1 year of relevant experience Working with volunteers Preferred
• 1 year of relevant experience Program planning and development Preferred
• CRT-CPR - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

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