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Child Life Specialist

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc., Hackensack, NJ, United States


Position Summary

We are looking for a Certified Child Life Specialist. Experience in a Children's Hospital is preferred.
The Child Life Specialist implements child life care, providing a safe and nurturing environment where children and adolescents can enrich coping skills, address psychosocial needs, and increase understanding of issues related to medical experiences.
Schedule

Tuesday - Friday from 11am-7:30pm and Saturday from 9am-5:30pm.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Bachelor's degree in creative arts therapy, child psychology, special education, occupational therapy, social work, or equivalent.
Minimum of 1 year utilizing Child Life services or an internship with children/adolescents in a medical setting.
Licenses and Certifications Required

Certified Child Life Specialist within 18 months of entering position.

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