Job Information
Scottish Rite for Children Child Life Specialist in Dallas, Texas
Our patients are our number one priority! We're committed to giving children back their childhood!
Job Posting Title:
Child Life Specialist
Location:
Dallas - Hospital
Additional Posting Details:
Monday - Friday
8am-4:30 pm
Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
Responsible for working closely with families and the healthcare team to minimize the stress of hospitalization, separation, illness/injury and medical encounters of children from birth to 18 years of age, while providing family-centered care
Accurately complete a developmental assessment of assigned patients as well as assess the stress and coping potential of the patient and family
Orient patients and families to environment at Scottish Rite for Children, medical procedures, terminology, and disease process
Provide therapeutic interventions in an age appropriate manner, including interventions for outpatient procedures as deemed necessary
Promote appropriate growth, development, and family relationships for patients by providing environmental stimuli, structured activities, diversional play, unstructured play situations, and schedules based on individual needs
Document clinical treatment notes in patients’ chart; prepare progress reports and recommendations for oral and/or written presentation to treatment team members
Participate as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, attends rounds, patient care conferences, and meetings with families as assigned
Provide school re-entry, transitional presentations, and disability awareness presentations to promote adjustment, tolerance, and acceptance of those with disabilities
Maintain appropriate infection control protocols for all interactions with patients and families
Monitor use and condition of supplies, equipment and materials, including donated and purchased items, to ensure safety
Maintain adequate amounts of supplies, equipment, and materials, within budget guidelines, necessary to provide child life services
Participate in quality improvement activities pertinent to scope of services
Required Skills/Abilities
Bachelor's degree with major academic background in Child Life, Child Development, Human and Family Studies, Psychology, or closely related field is required
Certified or eligible for certification in accordance with standards and guidelines of the Child Life Council
Individual must have experience in working with ill, hospitalized and/or special needs infants, children and adolescents, including their families
CPR certification required
At Scottish Rite for Children, we work together with the common goal of helping give children back their childhood. Scottish Rite is a unique place to work because we believe in a collaborative approach, utilizing the care and expertise from all departments. We are always looking for caring, energetic individuals to join our team. We currently have locations in Dallas and Frisco and is an equal opportunity employer.
For questions, contact careers@tsrh.org.