Join Halton Healthcare as a Part-Time Child Life Specialist focused on Maternal Newborn and Pediatrics in Milton. This role involves providing psychosocial support and advocacy for children undergoing medical procedures.
In this temporary position, you'll contribute to pediatric care through interventions and support for families, ensuring effective coping strategies during hospital experiences. Working collaboratively within an inter-skilled team, you'll also educate healthcare teams on child-friendly practices and develop programming to ease children's hospital adaptations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan developmentally-appropriate interventions for children
• Provide education on child-friendly healthcare environments
• Support families with procedural preparation and consultation
• Supervise volunteers and manage Child Life resources
• Document and collaborate on patient care plans
Requirements:
• Current Child Life Specialist Certification or eligibility
• In-depth knowledge of child development and family dynamics
• Proven ability to work in collaborative healthcare settings
• Robust communication and conflict resolution skills
• Clinical hospital experience is preferred
Make a difference at Halton Healthcare by providing critical emotional support for pediatric patients and their families.
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