Child Life Specialist (Per diem) - Boston Children's Hospital : Job Details

Position Summary/ Department Summary:Per diem. W e require a minimum of 2 shifts/pay period or 4 shifts a month.The Child Life Specialist will be responsible for:* Participating in therapeutic activities and programs to meet patients' psychosocial and developmental needs, and facilitate adjustment to health care experiences* Serve as member of multidisciplinary team.* Delegate work assignments to volunteers/Child Life Assistant's and participate in clinical training of student interns.Minimum Qualifications Education:* Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life* 600 hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist.* * Experience:* General skills to resolve problems requiring the use of child development theory, professional child life principles, and experienced based knowledge.* Well-developed writing skills, and excellent communication skills including conflict resolution to effectively work as a team member.* * Licensure/ Certifications:* Certification in Child Life Specialist required within 1 year of hire for all new hires.