Child Life Specialist jobs in Lexington, KY

Child Life Pt Act. Asst/On-Call/UKHC

NR12388

Child Life Patient Activity Assistant- On Call

H3062:KCH-Administration

Lexington, KY

06

$16.20-24.82/hour

Staff

On Call

AA

1 yr

None

able to lift 25 lbs without assistance, walk long distances and communicate effectively with parents and children

Must be able to work a variety of shifts including (days, evenings, nights, weekend and or holidays); minimum of 36 hours per month is required.

The Patient Activity Assistant is responsible for assisting the child life specialist with planning and providing developmentally and psychosocial appropriate stimulation and activities for patients in the playroom and at bedside. This position supports the developmental needs, emotional and play needs of infants, children youth and families.

Ability and willingness to interact positively with patients, family members; including working with patients with acute, chronic and complex disease process; Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently; Ability to function effectively under stress of conflicting demands and during tense and emotional situations; Must be able to set priorities and possess good organization abilities; Interpersonal skills necessary in order to effectively communicate, both verbally and written, with patients, families, medical staff, community groups, and donors

No

Bachelor’s Degree in Early childhood, child development, education, psychology or related field; 2 years’ experience working with children and or families; Experience working with children and families in stressful situations/ healthcare setting preferred.

04/29/2024

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