Child Life Specialist jobs in Oklahoma City, OK

Child Life Specialist is responsible for the design and implementation of pediatric programs, therapies, and activities among young patients. Works with families to assist in caring for childhood hospitalizations or disabilities. Being a Child Life Specialist monitors child development to ensure normal progression. Provides in-depth care as needed to more urgent cases. Additionally, Child Life Specialist may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Child Life Specialist typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (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.

  • 23 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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Child Life Specialist - Children's at Baptist Medical Center - Days
  • INTEGRIS Health
  • Oklahoma, OK FULL_TIME
  • INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a Child Life Specialist in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In this position, you’ll work fu...
  • 1 Month 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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New specialist
  • Globe Life Inc.
  • Oklahoma, OK FULL_TIME
  • Job Description : New Business Specialist Primary Duties & Responsibilities Are you Ready for new career opportunity? When you join Globe Life, you are joining a company that values career development...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Child Support Finance Specialist
  • the Chickasaw Nation
  • Ada, OK FULL_TIME
  • Child Support Finance Specialist - 2269 Featured Ada, OK | Full Time Posted today | Apply before January 29, 2024 ApplySave Description We are currently looking for a Full Time Child Support Finance S...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Remote Sales Agent - No Cold Calling
  • The Maddox Agency
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Job Description Job Description Position: Account Executive / Field Agent / Leadership Position Employment Type: Full ti...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Childcare Teacher
  • Oklahoma Rising Stars Childcare
  • Midwest City, OK
  • Job Description Job Description Job Summary The Childcare Teacher is responsible for developing lesson plans that meet E...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinical Year Externship/Summer Internship
  • Innovetive Petcare
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Clinical Year Externship/Summer Internship Department: Veterinarians Employment Type: Seasonal - Part Time Location: Okl...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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2024-2025 Future Principal - Elementary
  • Oklahoma City Public Schools
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Position Type: Principals/Principal - Elementary Date Posted: 2/1/2024 Location: AdministrationReports To: Elementary In...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SAP Finance RTR (FI/CO)- Solution Architect
  • Capgemini
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • We are seeking an SAP Finance RTR (FI/CO)- Solution Architect with extensive prior experience as an RTR team lead or Arc...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Consumer Sales Representative
  • Windstream
  • Purcell, OK
  • Windstream is a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small busine...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CMMS TECHNICAL SPECIALIST
  • Liberty
  • El Reno, OK
  • Job Description The TS is responsible for implementing CMMS adjustments to match flows found within district maintenance...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Care Master Teacher
  • Happy Times Child Development Cente
  • Midwest City, OK
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Child Care Master Teacher to join our organization! This individual wil...
  • 4/22/2024 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 Specialist jobs
$48,876 to $61,248
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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