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Position Description

Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
Location Valley Presbyterian Hospital
Department L&D
Shift 8 Hour- Days
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Employment Status:
Full Time (72-80 Hours Per Pay Period)
Job Category:
Allied Health
Salary Range (DOE):
$28.15 - $35.35 per hour

Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)

About Valley Presbyterian Hospital:

Valley Presbyterian Hospital is a beacon of health in the San Fernando Valley, committed to providing outstanding care and improving community health. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) to join our dedicated team.

 

Position: Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)

 

What You'll Do:

As a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS), you will play a pivotal role in addressing the emotional, social, and developmental needs of hospitalized children and adolescents.

  • The CCLS focuses on easing anxiety and stress through interaction, play, and relaxation interventions.
  • The CCLS must have excellent supervisory, research, and communication skills to educate and inform patients and families about medical tests and treatments.
  • The CCLS collaborates with other disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes while supporting the organization's vision and mission.
  • The CCLS considers patients' age and cultural diversity in patient care.
  • This position is a requirement for the facility's certification with California Children Services (CCS). 

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience:
    • One (1) year of previous experience working as a Child Life Specialist in an acute hospital setting is preferred
    • Completion of Child Life internship is required
  • Skills:
    • Must be proficient in child development, age-appropriate behaviors, and interventional therapies for Pediatric patients
    • Possess excellent oral, written, and customer service skills
    • Must be able to always follow HIPPA regulations and carry out other duties as assigned
    • Bilingual preferred
  • Education:
    • Master’s Degree in Child Life, Child Development, or Education preferred
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Certification as a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) obtained within the first year of employment
    • Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification
    • Must successfully complete and maintain LA City Fire Card certification at the time of hire or within the first 30 days of employment 

Why You'll Love Working Here:

  • Supportive Environment: We prioritize teamwork, professional growth, and a positive work culture.
  • Impactful Work: Your role will directly contribute to the smooth operation of our organization.
  • Professional Development: We offer continuous learning and advancement opportunities to help you grow in your career. 

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Therapeutic Environment:
    • Provides a normalized, therapeutic, and safe environment for individuals and groups in Pediatric, PICU, Radiology, Same Day Surgery, and ER settings as stipulated in the CCS guidelines and requirements. 
  • Therapeutic Interventions:
    • Develops therapeutic interventions utilizing the program’s resources.

Patient and Family Education:

  • Plans, coordinates, and participates in patient and family teaching, in-service education for department staff, pediatric students and volunteers, community education programs, and special events. 
  • Special Events Coordination:
    • Collaborates with the child life team to coordinate special events such as holiday celebrations, parties, and the participation of outside individuals in department programs. 
  • Professional Development:
    • Responsible for his/her continuing education to maintain professional development. 
  • School Referral:
    • Completes school referral for home/hospital teaching when appropriate. 
  • Other Duties:
    • Perform other related duties as required in an accurate and timely manner. 

Ready to Elevate Your Career? Join us at Valley Presbyterian Hospital and be a part of a team dedicated to excellence. Apply today to make a difference!

 

Salary Range: $28.15 - $35.35 per hour

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