Child Life Program Director jobs in Oklahoma City, OK

Child Life Program Director manages and directs pediatric programs, therapies, and activities among young patients. Evaluates programs and recommends changes to improve care for childhood hospitalizations or disabilities. Being a Child Life Program Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Child Life Program Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Child Life Program Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Child Life Specialist
  • THE CHILDRENS CENTER INC
  • Bethany, OK OTHER
  • Job Details

    Level:    Experienced
    Job Location:    Bethany Children's Health Center - Bethany, OK
    Position Type:    Full Time
    Education Level:    Bachelor's Degree
    Salary Range:    Undisclosed
    Travel Percentage:    None
    Job Shift:    Weekdays
    Job Category:    Education

    Job Description

    Job Purpose

    Provide comprehensive child life services for patients and their families to meet the emotional, developmental, and social needs of our patients and to promote effective understanding, coping, and adjustment to hospitalization, injury, and/or illness.

     

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities

    Duty

    Percent of Time

    Provides developmentally appropriate preparation for upcoming surgeries, medical procedures, and diagnostic testing to patients and families.

    15%

    Provides developmentally appropriate procedural support to patients and families including, but not limited to: psychological preparation, distraction, emotional support, and advocacy.

    20%

    Provides medical play sessions to promote patient desensitization, exploration, and mastery of medical equipment and medical themes.

    10%

    Provides therapeutic play and group activities to promote understanding of injury/illness, coping, and hospital adjustment, recognizing and adapting materials, education, and activities to meet the unique needs and abilities of patients served.

    30%

    Provides sibling support as need is assessed.

    10%

    Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive behavioral management recommendations when need is assessed. 

    10%

    Other duties as assigned

    5%

     

    Qualifications 

    Education:

    Minimum of Bachelor Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Human Development, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, or related field.  Master’s degree preferred.  Completion of Child Life internship

    Experience:

    2 years working as a Certified Child Life Specialist preferred

    License/Certification/Credential:

    Certification as a Child Life Specialist through the Association for Child Life Professionals

    About Us


    Our work begins where we are all equal - at the heart.

     

    Bethany Children’s Health Center is an innovative leader in the field of pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care. The hospital offers inpatient and outpatient services for children (ages 0-21) and is the only inpatient pediatric rehabilitation facility in Oklahoma. Our CARF accredited multidisciplinary team works with patients and their families to maximize the patient’s physical and cognitive potential, and ensure the family has the training and resources needed for a smooth transition from hospital to home. In 2021, the hospital received accreditation from The Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP), the nation’s original independent accreditation program recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This distinction confirms that Bethany Children’s Health Center is providing high quality patient care as determined by an external process of evaluation.

     

    In order to maximize the potential of every child, we must maximize the potential of every employee. We are committed to providing staff with the physical, emotional, spiritual, financial and mental resources necessary to achieve their potential and meet our standards of excellence. BCHC offers competitive compensation, benefits, state-of-the-art equipment and wellness programs. Opportunities for professional growth include in-service training, leadership development, tuition reimbursement and scholarships. 

     

    **Due to the nature of our pediatric services, this organization’s positions are classified as safety-sensitive roles. Bethany Children’s Health Center may refuse to hire an applicant or discharge an employee in a safety-sensitive position, who tests positive for marijuana even if the applicant or employee holds a valid Oklahoma medical marijuana license.

  • 19 Days Ago

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Child Life Specialist
  • The Childrens Center Inc
  • Bethany, OK FULL_TIME
  • Job Purpose Provide comprehensive child life services for patients and their families to meet the emotional, developmental, and social needs of our patients and to promote effective understanding, cop...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Program Coordinator
  • Evergreen Life Services
  • Oklahoma, OK FULL_TIME
  • Evergreen is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any ot...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Associate Director, Application Development, DentaQuest
  • Sun Life
  • Oklahoma, OK FULL_TIME
  • You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you'll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fi...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Executive Director
  • Priority Life Care
  • Oklahoma, OK FULL_TIME
  • At Priority Life Care (PLC), we provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. Join us in...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Child Life Tech - Children's at Baptist Medical Center
  • INTEGRIS Health
  • Oklahoma, OK FULL_TIME
  • INTEGRIS Health Children's at Baptist Medical Center, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a Child Life Tech in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In this position, you’ll...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Condition Assessment Leader - Pipeline Assessment & Renewal - Specialized Solutions (US Hybrid)
  • Black & Veatch
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • **Condition Assessment Leader - Pipeline Assessment & Renewal - Specialized Solutions (US Hybrid)** Date: Apr 18, 2024 L...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Wendy's Assistant General Manager
  • Meritage Hospitality Group
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to help lead a restaurant and have the opportunity to grow into running...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Inventory Full Time
  • Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, Inc
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Active - Full-Time Benefits Eligible Oklahoma City, OK, US **Job Description:** The Director of Inventory will oversee a...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Program Director
  • Alzheimer's Association
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • The Program Director will provide leadership to expand the Alzheimer's Association's program delivery and growth strateg...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Manager 2357 Oklahoma City
  • CNG Holdings, Inc.
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Job Description: General Function / Summary: As a financial services leader, we strive to make a difference in our custo...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse- PRN Nights
  • Living Hope Eating Disorder Treatment Center
  • Norman, OK
  • Job Description Job Description Living Hope Eating Disorder Treatment Center is hiring Registered Nurses to join their t...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Capital Improvements Manager
  • OKLAHOMA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Job Details Job Location Oklahoma City Housing Authority - Oklahoma City, OK Position Type Full Time Salary Range $51,06...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Capture
  • Amentum
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Job Description Amentum is seeking a full-time **Capture Manager** to lead and support growth in its Critical Missions/S...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

Oklahoma City lies along one of the primary corridors into Texas and Mexico, and is a three-hour drive from the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The city is in the Frontier Country region in the center of the state, making it an ideal location for state government. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 620.34 square miles (1,606.7 km2), of which 601.11 square miles (1,556.9 km2) is land and 19.23 square miles (49.8 km2) is water. Oklahoma City lies in the Sandstone Hills region of Oklahoma, known for hills of 250 to 400 feet (120 m) and two species of oak: blac...
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Income Estimation for Child Life Program Director jobs
$90,605 to $136,966
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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