Join Children's Nebraska as a Child Life Specialist, where you'll provide essential support and therapeutic activities for pediatric patients, fostering their emotional and developmental needs during medical care. Be part of a dedicated team making a significant impact on children's lives.
Key Responsibilities
Provide therapeutic, educational, and recreational programs for patients
Support patients undergoing medical procedures through pre-procedural teaching
Advocate for patients' and families' needs
Facilitate interaction with patients and families
Coordinate child life services with families and professionals
Participate in educational programs about Child Life Services
Maintain a safe and child-friendly play area
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, or related field
Successful completion of an internship meeting Association of Child Life Specialists standards
CCLS certification within two years of hire
BCLS certification within 180 days
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in a hospital setting as a Child Life Specialist