Child Life Specialist
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Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
Provide intervention to educate prepare and support children through tests and procedures. Plan implement and supervise activities and special events to normalize hospital environment and promote socialization and normal development. Advocate for families and patients. Promote the role of parents and the philosophy of patient and family centered care. Supervise students and volunteers.Position Details:
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors degree in related Child Life field and internship in appropriate area.
Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) through American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire. Must be eligible for certification through the Association of Child Life Professionals.
Other Skills: Strong background in child development and medical terminology
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: 2 years experience in child related education or medical care facility Certification(s): Certification through the Association of Child Life Professionals
Why Mercy
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.
