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What is the role of a Child Life Specialist at Valleywise Health System?

The Child Life Specialist position at Valleywise Health System is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Medical field.

Where is this Child Life Specialist job located?

Phoenix, Arizona, 85008, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Child Life Specialist role?

Full-time or part-time position

Child Life Specialist job near me in Phoenix, Arizona at Valleywise Health System

Child Life Specialist

Under the direction of the Child Life Coordinator, this position supervises, assesses, plans, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates psychosocial, developmental, and educational activities for pediatric patients (infants through adolescents) and their families. Provides comprehensive care based on the principles of growth and development across the lifespan of patients served. The position demonstrates the professional skills and behaviors to promote comprehensive, cost-effective, and meaningful healthcare for consumers in a diverse healthcare environment.

Hourly Pay Rate: $27.00 - $39.83

Qualifications

Education:

Requires a bachelor’s degree in child Life, Education, Child Development, or related field.
Master's degree is preferred.

Experience:

Prefer at least one (1) year of Child Life experience or previous acute care Pediatric experience.

Specialized Training:

Must have completed a Child Life Internship.

Certification/Licensure:

Requires a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) certification or must be attained within the first year of employment.
CPR Required.
Requires BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess the ability to work with culturally diverse patients and families.
Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing, including knowledge of basic grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
Bilingual Skills desired.
Excellent organizational skills, time management skills, and the ability to meet designated deadlines are required.
Must have basic computer knowledge.

Child Life Specialist in Phoenix, Arizona at Valleywise Health System

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