Child Life Specialist - Part Time - Mountainside, NJ

Job Title: Child Life Specialist Location: Mountainside (MTN) Department Name: Long Term Care Therapy Req #: 0000221638 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $41,215.00 - $52,026.00 per year Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Overview Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates child life services to meet the therapeutic, educational, and/or diversional needs of the patient, facilitating adjustment to illness, disability, hospitalization, and painful procedures. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Child Life, Early Childhood Education, or related field Completion of Child Life internship Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential, administered by the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP), with an expectation to take and pass the certification examination within one year of hire if not certified at hire American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider Certification Driver’s License Work or volunteer experience with children with special needs Physical stamina to lift, maneuver patients and equipment Therapeutic handling of patients Cognitive ability to evaluate patients and complete documentation Ability to drive hospital vehicles Ability to plan activities and adapt to the environment to suit a variety of diagnoses Tact, enthusiasm, initiative, and professional judgment in performance of duties Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively Good communication skills Certifications and Licenses Required CCLS or eligible; if not certified at hire, expectation to take and pass certification examination within one year of hire American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider Driver’s License Scheduling Requirements Part Time, 30 hours/week Evening and weekends Essential Functions Completes all documentation on time according to hospital and department policies Develops, coordinates, and implements appropriate programming for a variety of age and diagnostic groups, matching developmental level, interests, and emotional state Assesses, plans, and implements individual treatment plans related to illness, disability, social-emotional development, play preference/style, coping skills, and family dynamics according to standards of practice Conducts individual sessions, team treats, procedural support, and patient family teaching in a developmentally and culturally appropriate manner Actively supports principles of pain management Evaluates Child Life services and makes recommendations to improve patient and program outcomes Treatment plan reflects collaboration and communication with patient, family, and team. Discharge planning involves school re-integration services when appropriate Coordinates special events on a rotating basis throughout the year Assists with personal, department, and hospital growth and development through involvement in research, professional organizations, and presentations to promote best practice and maintain certification Supervises and/or assists with student interns as designated Effectively utilizes and supervises volunteers and visiting groups May provide direction to students and volunteers Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits and Perks At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! #J-18808-Ljbffr RWJBarnabas Health