Child Life Specialist- Procedural Services

Child Life Specialist - Procedural Services

Three days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.

• Part time

• Day Shift

• Education – Minimum:
  Bachelor’s degree in human development and family studies, child and family studies or a related field.
• Credentials/Licensure – Minimum:
  Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS).
• Experience – Minimum:
  Completed Clinical Internship with a minimum of 600 hours. Preferred:
  Clinical experience in a healthcare setting.

• Supporting children and families by using a variety of tactics to help the patient better understand a process, procedure, or other element of their medical stay.
• Creating developmentally appropriate strategies to minimize trauma and increase understanding of a medical diagnosis or process through treatment plans using therapeutic play, education, preparation, and activities.
• Advocating for the needs of children and their families on an individualized basis.
• Supporting therapeutic strategies for those with cognitive impairments or developmental delays to provide equitable care.
• Actively participating as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, integrating plans to promote optimal patient care that is family‑centered, developmentally appropriate, culturally sensitive, and psychosocially mindful.
• Reviewing and assisting with care plans for identified patients requiring additional resources during their hospital stay.
• Providing information, support, and guidance to parents and family members.
• Non‑direct patient care tasks, such as presenting learning opportunities to members of the health‑care team to educate on best approaches, appropriate interventions, and communication strategies.
• Being a resource for Trinity Health Grand Rapids to help any pediatric or other patient that would benefit from Child Life Services.
• Coordinating education and maintaining therapeutic supplies.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

• Magnet‑designated facility with active shared decision‑making councils.
• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403(b), and education assistance.
• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
• We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

• Entry level