Child Life Specialist Job at NYC Health + Hospitals, Brooklyn, NY

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  • NYC Health + Hospitals
  • Brooklyn, NY

Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Fulfill requirement of the American College of Surgeons to meet the standard for Level II Pediatric Trauma Verification by developing and maintaining a child life program throughout Kings County Hospital.

To provide developmentally appropriate support of the emotional, social and psychological needs of our pediatric patients and their families by a trained non-clinical provider to minimize their stress and fear during hospitalization.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Pediatric Service Line - All areas within the hospital where pediatric patients are treated. Including but not limited to:
  • Pediatric Emergency Room.
  • Pediatric Inpatient Units - General Pediatrics and PICU
  • PACU
  • OR

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support children and their families by using a variety of tactics to help them better understand the process, procedure, or other elements of their medical experience.
  • Develop age-appropriate strategies to minimize trauma and increase understanding of a medical diagnosis through treatment plans using therapeutic play, education, preparation, and activities that promote growth and development.
  • Advocate for the special needs of children and their families.
  • Help children and their families process and cope with medical situations.
  • Provide information, support, and guidance to parents and family members.
  • Collaborate with the Pediatric healthcare team to coordinate and manage care

BENEFITS

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week.
  • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans.
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees.
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts.
  • College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities.
  • Multiple employee discounts programs.

Job Tags

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