Child Life Specialist II Job at Baylor Scott & White Health, Temple, TX

VTZxSTBYa3VCOGVRM2FyRk4vbjdWaWZKeXc9PQ==
  • Baylor Scott & White Health
  • Temple, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Child Life Specialist - Facility Dog Handler

5K Sign on Bonus (New Hires only)

Relocation Assistance available 

Shift/Schedule - Full Time Day shift

Location - Temple, TX 

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

  • We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
  • We never settle by constantly striving for better.
  • We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
  • We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

  • Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

  • 401 (k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

  • Tuition Reimbursement 

  • PTO accrual beginning Day 1

     

     

    Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Child Life Specialist 2 helps pediatric patients and families with emotional, social, and developmental needs. Their goal is to improve care and support during challenging times. They also help create strategies for the Child Life team.

Essential Functions of the Role

  • Collaborate with parents and other associated adults to evaluate psychosocial needs of children and their families before applying therapeutic solutions.
  • Work in a team to provide psychosocial care and advocate for kids' well-being during medical treatment. Ensure children receive optimal care.
  • Provide explanations on severe illnesses or injuries to children, parents, and adults. Explain diagnosis, coping methods, grief, and sorrow.
  • Arrange play sessions to help kids understand, feel normal, and express emotions in a safe environment.
  • Educate parents and adults on normal versus unusual ways kids cope, behavioral changes, common concerns, and support services.
  • Teach medical staff about Child Life services. Identify patients and families who may benefit. Suggest ways to expand the program.
  • Help develop best practices for Child Life team. Grow team and mentor specialists.
  • Aid in managing and inventorying departmental supplies.
  • Handle special visitor requests, conduct community group tours, and cooperate with Foundation or media relations to contribute to philanthropic efforts.

Key Success Factors

  • Holding at least three years of experience in a child life specialist role is crucial.
  • A master's degree is more than welcome.
  • You need to understand child development, theories of child life, evidence-based practices, and interventions for childhood trauma and grief.
  • Desire effective communication skills, including effective listening, empathy, self-awareness, and social awareness. Proven presentation skills are preferred.
  • To be successful in child life, you must manage time well and prioritize tasks authoritatively. Working autonomously is essential.
  • Respect diversity, value cultural proficiency. Care for children, families, medical staff from various backgrounds.
  • This role needs proactive initiative to educate medical staff on Child Life services. Clear communication is key for explaining children's responses to illness, hospitalization, and grief.
  • Improving kids' mental well-being, like encouraging sibling bonds, facilitating meaningful farewells, and supporting memory celebrations, is essential.
  • You must handle emotional challenges when working with children and families facing serious illness and death.
  • We need good documentation skills; professionalism in tone and spelling is important.
  • Using protective gear like masks, gowns, and gloves is crucial for self-protection. Head covers and shoe covers are also necessary.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • EDUCATION - Bachelor's
  • EXPERIENCE - (3) three years of experience.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

  • Cert Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Relocation package, Shift work, Day shift,

Similar Jobs

PrideStaff

Warehouse Associate/ Picker Job at PrideStaff

 ...Warehouse Worker/ Picker Temporary 8am to 5pm Unpaid time: 30 Minutes for lunch Hourly Rate: $ 15/ hr Description: - Counting, boxing and palletizing products Instructions - Park at the Front door - Enter through the side door - Ask for Steve... 

Catalytic Solutions

Travel Employee Health Nurse Job at Catalytic Solutions

 ...Job Description Catalytic Solutions is seeking a travel nurse RN Occupational Health for a travel nursing job in Bethel, Alaska....  ...healthcare staffing gets smarter. Position Summary:\nOversees the Employee Health Program of YKHC, which includes initial assessment,... 

NerdWallet, Inc

Senior SEO Product Manager - Growth for Fintech (Remote) (San Francisco) Job at NerdWallet, Inc

 ...A leading financial technology company is seeking a Senior Product Manager for SEO to enhance its organic audience growth. The ideal candidate will drive product strategy, work cross-functionally, and ensure impactful user experiences. With a strong fintech background,... 

Bestica

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery Job at Bestica

 ...Job Description Bestica is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Smyrna, Tennessee. Job Description & Requirements ~ Specialty: Labor and Delivery ~ Discipline: RN ~ Duration: 13 weeks ~36 hours per week ~ Shift: 12... 

Gartner

Managing Partner, State & Local Government (Boston) Job at Gartner

 ...Gartners Consulting business is an extension of Gartners industry-leading IT Research. From CIOs, to leaders in business and government, we help Gartner clients across enterprises translate insights into transformational actions and achieve their missioncritical priorities...