Job ID83941

　　LocationAurora, Colorado

　　Full/Part Time

　　Regular/TemporaryRegular

　　Position Overview

　　A Front Row Seat to InnovationChildren's Hospital Colorado is a free standing children's hospital thatis rated among the Top 10 children's hospitals by U.S. News and WorldReport. Our Child Life Department serves all areas of the hospital and hosts arobust number of programs including adaptive care, medical dogs, researchand extended reality. In addition, Child Life provides unique play andtherapeutic experiences in our Seacrest Studio, T(w)een Zone &Makerspace, Activity Rooms and Chill Zone. The Child Life Team has grownexponentially over the years and is consistently paving the way for pediatrichospitals through innovative and creative care! Child Life at Children'sHospital Colorado is part of the Integrative Creative Care team which includesCreative Arts Therapy, Gaming and Technology, Spiritual Care, and SchoolSpeciaDo you want more information on the Child Life Specialist career path?What is a Child Life Specialist? Click here to learn more:How do I apply for a Child Life Internship? Click here to learn more:Annual Salary Range: $$22.34 to $33.52 (Based on hours worked perweek and years of experience) / Hourly SalaryEligible Incentives: RelocationHours per week: Part time and Full time opportunities available. Please listyour preferences in the questions below.Shift: There are a variety of shifts available for this role. Pleaseidentify your preferences in the questions within the application.Make an Impact and watch more about what it means to be a Child LifeSpecialist byQualifications:EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development,Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related fields.EXPERIENCE - Successful completion of a child life internshipCERTIFICATION(S) - Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)Job Highlights:Provides, develops, and implements child life services that provide basicsupport for end of life, new diagnosis, and traumatic experiences forpatients and families.Helps patients, families and communities cope with the social, emotionaland psychological impact of illness, injury and medical care.Provides effective and timely clinical services including, but not limitedto, assessing the psychosocial risk level of patients.Assesses coping responses and the needs of children/adolescents and familiesrelated to healthcare experiences.Communicates appropriate information to members of the healthcare team topromote an understanding of the unique psychosocial/emotional needs of thechild/adolescent and to advise on the plan of care.Creates opportunities which strengthen the patient's self-esteem,independence, and understanding of the medical care and diagnosis.Facilitates basic interventions which allow children/adolescents to expressfeelings, process difficult events, and explore positive coping skills.Provides education to healthcare staff, patients and families regarding thescope of child life services, the impact of health care on development,providing developmentally appropriate and emotionally safe medical care, andprofessional boundaries.Provides psychological preparation and procedure support tochildren/adolescents undergoing medical procedures or surgeries to improvecoping and understanding.

　　Why Work with Us?

　　Total Rewards and BenefitsComprehensive benefits: , 403b employer match (retirement savings),robust wellness program, education benefit to help you advance your career.Total Rewards package: Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonusprogram that rewards eligible team members based on organizationalperformance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paidout the following April.Loan Repayment: Children's Hospital Colorado is a qualifying employer forthe federalHere, it's differentAt Children's Hospital Colorado, we now our stories are never ours andours alone. It takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possiblecare to each child and family we treat. That is in access, advancement andopportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities andbackgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treatand heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patientpopulation. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know atruly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our mostbasic calling: to heal every child who comes through our doors. It is anending we can only write together. Come write your story with us!

　　Apply to Join our TeamChildren's Hospital Colorado provides equal employment opportunities to allemployees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination andharassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age,sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteranstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any othercharacteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please note: Ifyou require a reasonable accommodation to assist you with the recruitmentproceConnect with Us!Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcareexcellence for more than 100 years. We have been Magnet-designated four times