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Pediatric Cancer Center Certified Child Life Specialist - Part Time

UMC Health System
Albuquerque
Part-time

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General Job / Performance Information

Target area of coverage for our Pediatric Cancer Center with as-needed help on our inpatient units

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Child Life, Child Development, or a closely related field

Minimum completion of the child life clinical training requirements (, internship) in accordance with the guidelines established by the Association of Child Life Professionals

Environmental / Working Conditions

Works in well-lighted, heated, ventilated building. Hours may vary to accommodate needs in the department. Exposure to blood borne pathogens is of low risk.

May be required to work in areas other than primary assignment.

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, integrating goals and plans to promote optimal patient care that is family-centered and developmentally appropriate.

Job Description

Under the supervision of Pediatric / PICU Nurse Director & Child Life Coordinator. Responsible for supporting infants, children, youth, and families by providing evidence-based, developmentally appropriate interventions including therapeutic play, preparation and education to reduce fear, anxiety and pain.

Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

Completion of the Child Life Professional Certification Examination administered by the Child Life Certification Commission.

CPR Certification

Physical Capabilities

Work may frequently require standing, walking, lifting, and transporting of supplies. Work is of medium demand. Speaking and hearing to converse with staff members, are required.

Adequate hand / eye coordination and fine motor skills are required. Near visual acuity is required to work with charts and records.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to assess and prioritize psychosocial acuity of each patient and establish a plan of care in collaboration with the medical team to meet patient / family psychosocial needs.

Ability to educate patients / family members regarding illness / condition, treatment, and coping techniques.

Ability to support family-centered care through communication and involvement of parents and other family members.

Ability to educate and assist in the clinical training of child life students as assigned by the Child Life Coordinator.

Ability to assist with orientation, scheduling, and supervision of child life volunteers.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

  • Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources. *
  • 30+ days ago
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