What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Life Therapist PRN, As Needed position at Norton Healthcare?
Responsibilities
The role of the Child Life Therapist is to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate psychosocial patient/family needs for patients aged neonatal to 17 years (Neonates, Pediatric, Adolescent). The Child Life Therapist provides psychosocial support to meet the needs of the patients and families; plans and coordinates activities designed to further the social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth of the child within the inpatient and outpatient setting, utilizing age appropriate principles of growth and development; acts an advocate for the patients and families; performs other related duties.
Qualifications
Required:
- Completion of a 600 hour Child Life internship
- Bachelor Degree
- Certified Child Life Specialist Must obtain Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential within 12 months of hire.
Desired:
- One year in a healthcare setting