CHILD LIFE SPECIALIST Job at County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

djhlekFEVEViYVRuVWp1WEV1ZWZHYkVwREE9PQ==
  • County of Los Angeles
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is seeking a Child Life Specialist to provide professional therapeutic intervention and appropriate psychosocial/developmental care services for pediatric patients and families. Responsibilities include: Identifying specific educational and therapeutic interventions to increase understanding in patients, siblings, and families regarding new diagnosis, trauma, death, and other crisis situations. Preparing patients, their siblings, and families for inpatient and outpatient medical procedures to reduce potential stress and anxiety. Accompanying pediatric patients and families to medical procedures, applying educational and diversional coping techniques. Providing grief and loss support to patients and families. Developing, implementing, and evaluating individual child life care plans in conjunction with other medical team members. Requirements include: Graduation from an accredited college/university with a Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Growth/Development or a closely related field. One (1) year of paid or unpaid experience totaling a minimum of 1,000 hours working with pediatric patients in a medical setting. A valid and current professional certification or proof of eligibility for professional certification as a Certified Child Life Specialist by the Child Life Certifying Commission. Desirable qualifications include experience in excess of the minimum requirements. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr County of Los Angeles

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

CONAGRA

Translator Intern Job at CONAGRA

 ...Job Description Shift: 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Hourly Rate: $18.00 an hour You will join our team as a Manufacturing Language Translator Intern for a 4-month experience onsite. You will play a key role in bridging communication gaps by translating existing... 

Strategic Technology Institute Inc,

Junior Engineer (Mechanical, Electronic, Electrical, or Acoustic) Job at Strategic Technology Institute Inc,

 ...Job Description Junior Engineer (Mechanical, Electronic, Electrical, or Acoustic) Secret clearance. Entry into specialized USW testing per PWS 3.2.1-3.2.6. \n Requirements: \n \n BS preferred; 1+ year acoustic systems or HS + 4 years general experience. \... 

Nielsen Automotive Group

General Manager Job at Nielsen Automotive Group

 ...Overview The General Manager will oversee the operations of Nielsen Automotive Group's car dealerships located in Sussex County, NJ. Responsibilities Develop and implement sales and service strategies to drive growth Manage daily operations of the dealerships... 

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise

Physical Therapist Career Opportunity Job at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise

 ...Physical Therapist Career Opportunity Join a Team That Puts Your Passion for Care First Are you seeking a fulfilling career that feels like home and lets you make a meaningful impact? At Encompass Health, you'll find an opportunity to provide exceptional care... 

Mondelēz International

Part-Time Nabisco Merchandiser Order Writer Job at Mondelēz International

Job Description Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking AT Mondelz International Part Time Nabisco Merchandiser/Order Writer Join our team of Part Time Nabisco Merchandisers and fulfill the merchandising needs of our customers through communication & relationship...