What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Life Specialist position at Vetted Solutions?
Role Overview: A Child Life Specialist provides support to pediatric patients and their families in a hospital environment, focusing on emotional and developmental needs.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Assess developmental and emotional needs of children and families.
- Deliver therapeutic play and educational activities to alleviate anxiety.
- Prepare children for medical procedures using age-appropriate techniques.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members including nurses, physicians, and social workers.
- Advocate for family-centered care and contribute to individualized care plans.
- Promote coping, resilience, and a positive hospital experience for pediatric patients.
- Experience in pediatric or child life services preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to assess emotional and developmental needs.
- Competence in therapeutic play and patient education.
- Team-oriented mindset with a focus on compassionate care.