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Job description
A healthcare organization in New York City is seeking a Child Life Specialist for an onsite opportunity supporting pediatric oncology patients and their families by providing developmentally appropriate education, therapeutic play, emotional support, and coping interventions during treatment.
About the Opportunity:
Schedule: Monday to Friday; flexible part-time or full-time availability
Hours: 15-37.5 hours per week
Setting: Onsite, pediatric oncology
Responsibilities: Provide Child Life support grounded in child development and the impact of illness, injury, disability, and hospitalization
Create a welcoming and supportive environment for pediatric patients and their families
Use age-appropriate teaching materials, therapeutic play, distraction techniques, and emotional support strategies
Prepare and support children during procedures and treatment, including assistance during anesthesia-related care
Collaborate with the pediatric care team, document patient care in the medical record, and maintain a safe, developmentally appropriate playroom environment
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, or a closely related field
Active Child Life Specialist certification
Experience working with pediatric patients in a hospital or healthcare environment
Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate interventions
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to provide compassionate support to children and families during challenging circumstances
Professional, calm, and collaborative approach to patient care
Desired Skills: Experience supporting pediatric oncology patients
Exposure to radiation or radiology settings
Familiarity with CT, PET, or MRI procedures
Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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