Job ID84297

　　LocationAurora, Colorado

　　Full/Part TimePart-Time

　　Regular/TemporaryRegular

　　Why Work at Children's....

　　Here, it's different. Come join us.Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcareexcellence for more than 100 years.Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists,researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future ofchild health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and acelebrated history, we're making new strides every day.We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses CredentialingCenter and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatrichospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & WorldReport.As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families fromall over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals,11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatriccare specialties.Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the bestpossible care to each child and family we treat.That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access,advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with differentidentities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know wecan see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects thediversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diversetalent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help usone day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comesthrough oA career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, andmotivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it'sdifferent.

　　Job Overview

　　The Child Life Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating Child Lifeprograms or activities that address psychosocial, emotional and/or familyconcerns that accompany illness and injury of children, adolescents andyoung adults. Collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare team to advocatefor and ensure that developmentally appropriate, emotionally safe,family-centered care is being provided to patients and families.

　　Additional Information

　　Department Name: Child LifeJob Status: PT 40 hrsShift: Based on Dept needs

　　Qualifications

　　EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development,Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related fields.EXPERIENCE - Three (3) years previous experience in providing child lifeservices in a healthcare setting.EQUIVALENCY - A Master or higher degree in a related field may substitute forthe experience requirements on a year for year basis.CERTIFICATION(S) - Child Life Professional Certification (CCLS)This position may require a BLS certification from the American HeartAssociation. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find anappropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) fromorganizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it isAHA approved, will not be accepted.

　　Responsibilities

　　POPULATION SPECIFIC CARENeonate - 30 days to 1yrToddlers - >1yr to 3yrsPre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrsSchool age - >5yrs to 13yrsAdolescent - >13yrs to 18yrsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAn employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of thefollowing essential functions. These examples do not include all of thefunctions which the employee may be expected to perform.Assists in and coordinates the design, development and implementation ofshort- and long-term plans for programs and performance objectives thatprovide in-depth support for end of life, new diagnosis and traumaticexperiences for patients and families; monitors progress and evaluatesoverall performance to assure desired out omes are met.Provides education to healthcare staff, patients and families, and thecommunity regarding the scope of Child Life services, the impact ofhealthcare on development, providing developmentally appropriate andemotionally safe medical care, and professional boundaries.Coordinates quality improvement, professional development and/or researchinitiatives.Provides support and guidance to team members regarding various programsand/or projects. Encourages interactive departmental meetings and discussions.Coordinates the development and maintenance of departmental resources and theplanning and facilitation of special events.Participates in departmental, divisional and/or organizational committeesand projects as assigned; may serve in lead or chair capacity.