Hybrid Child Life Specialist (Inpatient) en Boston Children’s Hospital
Boston Children’s Hospital · Boston, Estados Unidos De América · Hybrid
- Junior
- Oficina en Boston
Status
Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week
40
Job Posting Category
Clinical
Job Posting Description
Position Summary/ Department Summary: 7 Mandell is a 32-bed Inpatient Medical Unit providing comprehensive and high-quality, family-centered care for patients spanning from infancy to young adulthood. Operating 24/7, patient populations served include those with restrictive eating disorders, behavioral health issues, as well as gastroenterology, complex care, renal, endocrine, pulmonary, infectious diseases, and general pediatric conditions. Our interdisciplinary team—comprising registered nurses, clinical assistants, physicians, pharmacists, social workers, child life specialists, nutrition support staff, physical therapists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, behavioral health technicians, and pastoral care—works collaboratively to meet the full spectrum of patient care needs. We focus on assessment, planning, medication and pain management, as well as patient and family education, with a commitment to continuous care evaluation and improvement. The unit sets goals to deliver high-quality, family-centered care, ensure a safe environment, and improve care delivery and patient outcomes. Additionally, we support research and training for clinical staff while fostering a learning environment that educates patients, families, and staff.
Four, 10.5 hour days
Four, 10.5 hour days
Key Responsibilities: The Child Life Specialist will be responsible for:
Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life. 600-hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist. Experience: General skills to resolve problems requiring the use of child development theory, professional child life principles, and experienced‑based knowledge.
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Office/Site Location
Boston
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular
Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only
