Child Life Activity Assistant (Per Diem, Days)

Job Summary Provides support to the department leaders and Child Life Specialists. Assists in implementing Child Life services by planning, organizing, and implementing developmentally appropriate recreational activities. Assists with maintaining a safe and organized environment for the Child Life department. Description Job Summary Provides support to the department leaders and Child Life Specialists. Assists in implementing Child Life services by planning, organizing, and implementing developmentally appropriate recreational activities. Assists with maintaining a safe and organized environment for the Child Life department. Job Specific Duties Assists the leaders with overseeing child life activities and monthly duties. Assists leaders with special projects, donations, and other special events as required. Uses PEDS to identify unit needs for bedside play. Collaborates with nurses/others to accommodate patient\'s needs (toy, crafts, and Foundation). Develops a productive work environment for volunteers; trains, orients, motivates, and supports volunteers. Incorporates volunteers into daily programming through delegating, valuing input, empowering, and providing feedback. Engages with patients at bedside, in the unit Play Spaces, or in Outpatient areas; plans and implements appropriate recreational activities and communicates observations to the team. Engages children in Play Space activities; maintains Play Space environment including cleaning equipment and stocking shelves/cabinets. Provides support and collaborates professionally with the Child Life Specialists. Performs all other delegated duties such as copying, scanning, filing, faxing, restocking toy storage and unit prizes. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements Associate\'s Degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, or related field required within 1 year of hire date American Heart Association BLS required within 90 days of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Experience working with children is preferred. Job Nursing- Support (Clinical) Department

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