BRONSON BATTLE CREEK
Child Life Specialist ED/Surgery FT- Battle Creek **Sign On Bonus Available**
BRONSON BATTLE CREEK, Battle Creek, Michigan, United States, 49014
Overview
Child Life Specialist ED/Surgery FT - Battle Creek. Sign On Bonus Available. Location: BBC Bronson Battle Creek Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and assess a comprehensive Child Life Program that promotes the developmental well-being of children, adolescents, and their families. Minimize psychological trauma during medical treatments and maintain normal living patterns. Foster an environment that encourages mastery through play, learning, self-expression, family involvement, and peer interaction. Address psychosocial and developmental needs of patients, ensure continuity of care, and coordinate services with the healthcare team. Provide developmentally appropriate experiences to support cognitive, emotional, and social growth of children and adolescents. Assist in medical and psychosocial preparation for hospitalization and procedures; ensure patients and families are informed and prepared. Create and maintain a play environment that supports healthy play and development. Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to address psychosocial needs and ensure coordinated care. Communicate clearly with patients, families, and healthcare teams; tailor communication to various ages and backgrounds. Gather, document, and report data regarding developmental and psychosocial status of patients. Supervise and mentor students and volunteers involved in the Child Life Program. Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Child Lifespan or a related field. Internship: Completed an internship under the supervision of a certified Child Life Specialist. Certification: Eligible for Professional Child Life Certification upon hire; plan to obtain Certification from the Child Life Certification Commission (CLCC) as a Certified Child Life Specialist within 18 months of hire; a minimum of two attempts to pass the exam within the first year of hire. Technical Skills: Proficiency in basic computer skills and familiarity with computerized patient charting systems. Medical Knowledge: Working knowledge of pediatric medical terminology, diagnoses, tests, and procedures. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; ability to engage effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Customer Service: Commitment to exceptional, compassionate, responsive patient and family care. Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Ability to assess patient needs and apply critical thinking to provide appropriate interventions. Physical Demands
Frequent standing and walking; occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 pounds). May assist in lifting/moving patients; may involve physical exertion. Regular use of computer work; possible fatigue from administrative tasks. Work Environment
Dynamic and fast-paced; requires effective multitasking and ability to meet urgent deadlines. Collaborative work with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support pediatric patients and families. Additional Skills
Proficiency in interviewing, problem-solving, and providing critical support to pediatric patients and families. Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and maintain a positive, supportive attitude. Shift: First Shift • Time Type: Full time Benefits: Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates up to $1,000; Retention Bonus for External Candidates $1,000. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.
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Child Life Specialist ED/Surgery FT - Battle Creek. Sign On Bonus Available. Location: BBC Bronson Battle Creek Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and assess a comprehensive Child Life Program that promotes the developmental well-being of children, adolescents, and their families. Minimize psychological trauma during medical treatments and maintain normal living patterns. Foster an environment that encourages mastery through play, learning, self-expression, family involvement, and peer interaction. Address psychosocial and developmental needs of patients, ensure continuity of care, and coordinate services with the healthcare team. Provide developmentally appropriate experiences to support cognitive, emotional, and social growth of children and adolescents. Assist in medical and psychosocial preparation for hospitalization and procedures; ensure patients and families are informed and prepared. Create and maintain a play environment that supports healthy play and development. Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to address psychosocial needs and ensure coordinated care. Communicate clearly with patients, families, and healthcare teams; tailor communication to various ages and backgrounds. Gather, document, and report data regarding developmental and psychosocial status of patients. Supervise and mentor students and volunteers involved in the Child Life Program. Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Child Lifespan or a related field. Internship: Completed an internship under the supervision of a certified Child Life Specialist. Certification: Eligible for Professional Child Life Certification upon hire; plan to obtain Certification from the Child Life Certification Commission (CLCC) as a Certified Child Life Specialist within 18 months of hire; a minimum of two attempts to pass the exam within the first year of hire. Technical Skills: Proficiency in basic computer skills and familiarity with computerized patient charting systems. Medical Knowledge: Working knowledge of pediatric medical terminology, diagnoses, tests, and procedures. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; ability to engage effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Customer Service: Commitment to exceptional, compassionate, responsive patient and family care. Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Ability to assess patient needs and apply critical thinking to provide appropriate interventions. Physical Demands
Frequent standing and walking; occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 pounds). May assist in lifting/moving patients; may involve physical exertion. Regular use of computer work; possible fatigue from administrative tasks. Work Environment
Dynamic and fast-paced; requires effective multitasking and ability to meet urgent deadlines. Collaborative work with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support pediatric patients and families. Additional Skills
Proficiency in interviewing, problem-solving, and providing critical support to pediatric patients and families. Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and maintain a positive, supportive attitude. Shift: First Shift • Time Type: Full time Benefits: Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates up to $1,000; Retention Bonus for External Candidates $1,000. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.
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