Child Life Specialist jobs in Oklahoma

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.

  • 20 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
  • INTEGRIS Health
  • OK, 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 10...
  • 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 Specialist - Children's at Baptist Medical Center - Days
  • INTEGRIS Health
  • OK, 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 Specialist-Children of Adult Patients position in Oklaho...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Stretch and Recovery Specialist
  • Life Time
  • Tulsa, OK FULL_TIME
  • .Position SummaryPersonal Training-Hourly Stretch Specialist are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships. They will p...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Child Life Specialist
  • Sanford Health
  • Fargo, ND
  • Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the Unite...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Life Specialist
  • Sanford Health
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the Unite...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Life Specialist
  • VCU Health
  • Richmond, VA
  • **$3,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2024. Terms and Conditions apply** The Child Life Specialist comp...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Life Specialist
  • Phoenix Children's Hospital
  • Glendale, AZ
  • Position Details Department: PCH-NW | Child Life Program Category: Child Life/Teachers Location: Glendale Employee Type:...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Life Specialist
  • Georgia Hospice Care
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Overview: Become a Child Life Specialist with Hands of Hope Do you value the time you spend with your patients? Is it im...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Life Specialist
  • HCA
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Child Life Specialist you want with your current employer? We...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Life Specialist
  • Cook Children's Healthcare
  • Denton, TX
  • Location: Medical Center-Prosper Department: Patient and Family Experience Shift: First Shift (United States of America)...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Life Specialist
  • Children's Clinics
  • Tucson, AZ
  • Childrens Clinics is seeking a fulltime or part time, Child Life Specialist. Located in beautiful Tucson, Arizona, Child...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

Oklahoma is the 20th-largest state in the United States, covering an area of 69,899 square miles (181,040 km2), with 68,595 square miles (177,660 km2) of land and 1,304 square miles (3,380 km2) of water. It lies partly in the Great Plains near the geographical center of the 48 contiguous states. It is bounded on the east by Arkansas and Missouri, on the north by Kansas, on the northwest by Colorado, on the far west by New Mexico, and on the south and near-west by Texas. Much of its border with Texas lies along the Southern Oklahoma Aulacogen, a failed continental rift. The geologic figure defi...
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Income Estimation for Child Life Specialist jobs
$49,518 to $62,053

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