Certified Child Life Specialist Marianjoy/CDH Full-time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare
Wheaton, IL, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry.

As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.

At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits : from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees.

Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The Child Life Specialist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities :

  • Provides therapeutic, developmental, recreational and diversional play activities for pediatric patients.
  • Supports the child's development of personal coping strategies to enhance adjustment to the hospital experience and enhance normal growth and development.

Qualifications

Required :

  • One to two years of experience as a Child Life Specialist preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree in Hospital Play Education, Child Development or Psychology
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
  • Basic computer knowledge

Preferred :

  • Additional languages
  • Master's Degree in Child Development

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

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