About the role
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.
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Work Shift:
VariableTime Type:
Part timeDepartment:
CC017220 Child Life, Education, and Creative ArtsSummary:
PRNAdditional Information:
Meets the psychosocial and developmental needs of children and families, in group and 1:1 situations, to reduce the stress and anxiety accompanying hospitalization and other health care needs.
Required Education:
High school diploma or GED or equivalentRecommended Education:
Associate's Degree in a related field of study.Required Work Experience:
High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of relevant experience, or 4 years of experience in lieu of a diploma/GED.Recommended Work Experience:
Required Certifications:
Recommended Certifications:
Description
1. Gathers information from nursing report and consultation with medical staff and shares findings with Child Life staff to assess needs of patients and families.
2. Ensures patients and families receive appropriate developmental services with developmentally appropriate activities to assist patients and families with hospitalization in group setting and bedside including opportunities for medical and dramatic play and referrals.
3. Maintains safe activity room with appropriate materials and supplies to make it conducive to play with documented attendance and interventions.
4. Supervises, orients, and trains volunteers and Interns to provide quality interactions with patients handling in-kind donations.
5. Provides positive, supportive, and cooperative attitude with customers and report suggestions for positive change.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
Aplyr's read
Arkansas Children's is a leading pediatric healthcare system, attracting professionals dedicated to advancing child health through specialized care and innovative programs.
What's promising
- •Arkansas Children's is the only pediatric health system in Arkansas, offering unique opportunities to impact child health statewide.
- •The organization provides a diverse range of specialized roles, from clinical to administrative, supporting career growth.
- •A commitment to innovative care and specialized programs enhances professional development and patient outcomes.
What to watch
- •Limited public information about salary competitiveness compared to other healthcare systems.
- •Potential high stress levels due to the critical nature of pediatric care.
- •The organization may face challenges in resource allocation across its wide range of services.
Why Arkansas Children's
- •Arkansas Children's offers a $10K sign-on bonus for certain roles, reflecting investment in talent acquisition.
- •The system's focus on pediatric care creates a specialized work environment distinct from general hospitals.
- •Arkansas Children's operates the state's only pediatric Level 1 trauma center, providing unique clinical experiences.
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About Arkansas Children's
Arkansas Children's is a pediatric healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children in Arkansas and beyond. It offers a range of services including hospital care, outpatient services, and specialized programs.
