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Child Life Specialist

The Child Life Specialist (CLS) utilizes play, preparation and education to assist children and families in coping with the stress and trauma often associated with a hospitalization. The Child Life Specialist uses an evidence-based approach to clinical practice; providing ongoing assessment of interventions. The CLS is an essential member of the health care team, supporting the psycho-social needs of the child and family.

Position Requirements:

• Understanding of child life, child growth and development, child psychology and family dynamics acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree in child life, child development or related field. Completion of a 600 hour internship experience and one year of experience working with children in a health care setting
• Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
• Certified Child Life Specialist credentials or able to complete within first year of employment
• Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communication. This includes: assessment, evaluation and provision of accurate and timely handoff of child and family information with members of the healthcare team.
• Analytical skills to observe and assess behaviors in order to direct appropriate therapeutic play programming and interventions in support of the individual child/family.
• This position will support outpatient lab, Monday-Friday. Position requires participation the weekend rotation schedule to offer house-wide staffing support.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Health & Safety Association, CCLS-Certified Child Life Specialist - Association of Child Life Professionals

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