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Child Life Specialist, Child and Youth Therapeutic Services
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We are seeking a highly skilled Child Life Specialist to join our team at BC Children's Hospital. As a Child Life Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing therapeutic services to children and youth, promoting their social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients to identify their individual needs and develop personalized care plans.
- Provide preparation, alternate focus, and coping skills coaching for patients undergoing medical procedures, minimizing stress and anxiety during hospitalization.
- Plan and implement activities that foster continued growth and development in children and youth, including therapeutic and medical play opportunities.
- Monitor patients to determine if the care plan is meeting established goals and make adjustments as needed.
- Document assessments, care plans, recommendations, and interventions in accordance with established formats, policies, and legal requirements.
- Bachelor's Degree in an area related to Child Development with required coursework for child life certification.
- Meets the eligibility requirements to write the Child Life Certification Examination.
- Demonstrated ability to assess and interact with patients and families, applying theories of human growth and development, family systems, and cultural diversity.
- Demonstrated ability to represent and communicate the role of child life to others.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, work as a member of an interdisciplinary team, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate related equipment and physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Commitment to developing knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments related to Indigenous reconciliation and cultural safety.
- A comprehensive benefits package, including a municipal pension plan and psychological health and safety programs.
- Access to professional development opportunities, including in-house training programs and courses.
- A remote work-friendly environment, welcoming flexible work options.
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts.
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