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Certified Child Life Specialist - Brighton Center for Specialty Care
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Ann Arbor, MI Ann Arbor, Michigan |
About this job
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Why become a Certified Child Life Specialist at Michigan Medicine?
At Michigan Medicine, our Certified Child Life Specialists are functioning members of our health care team. You will support a wide range of patients including children, teens and family members in the health care setting. You will provide appropriate developmental play/recreation and activitites, education and preparation for medical procedures, and emotional support of the child and family. As a CCLS, you will join a multidisciplinary team that will work together to coordinate clinical/program development activities. Working for Michigan Medicine will provide you with a positive work/life balance, while also allowing you with the opportunity to improve and develop your career. We would love for you to join our team today to assist in delivering state of the art patient care and interdisciplinary education.
What perks and benefits can you look forward to?
* Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
* 2:1 Match on retirement savings
* Generous PTO program
* Continued education allowance
* Teaching and mentorship opportunities
What skills would you perform?
* You will assess and prioritize the child/family needs for child life intervention while supporting patients and family members in coping with the stresses associated with the experience
* Provide opportunities for and facilitate a variety of group and individual play recreation, and activities which promote development, self-expression and deep understanding
* Evaluate emotional, social, mental and physical condition of referred patients utilizing therapeutic interventions and assessments
* Support family-centered care through communication and involvement of other members
* Provide education regarding illness/condition, treatment and coping techniques to patients, family members, and the larger community as appropriate
* Function and consult as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, integrating goals and plans to promote optimal patient care that is family-centered, developmentally appropriate and psychosocially sound
* You will plan, implement and document treatment plans/outcomes for patients as well as maintain equipment and supplies
* Collaborate with donors, community groups and others vital to the continued growth of Child and Family Life and Health System programs and visions
* You will orient and supervise Child and Family Life Department CFL interns and volunteers
* Provide education and in-service training regarding Child Life Services to patients, families, medical staff, students and staff members from other disciplines
* You will participate in professional development to enhance job performance and hospital missions and goals
Required Qualifications*
* Bachelor's degree in related field of study allowing for credentialing as a Certified Child Life Specialist; Certification from the Association of Child Life Professionals
Desired Qualifications*
* Work experience with children in healthcare environments. Dedication to team planning, decision-making and collaborative efforts
* Strong interpersonal communication and listening skills; outgoing and warm personality traits
* Ability to interact with seriously ill children of all developmental levels, their siblings, parents and other extended family members
* Appropriately assess situations with patients and families as they relate to specific needs for Child Life intervention (medical play, coping skills, etc.)
* Refer patients and families to other Child Life staff (Creative Therapies team/Activity Therapy team), as well as other care providers (Social Work, Clergy, etc.) as needed
* Function well in multidisciplinary team settings
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, daytime hours
Work Locations
Brighton Center for Specialty Care
The Brighton Center for Specialty Care is the newest University of Michigan Ambulatory Care facility dedicated to providing high quality health care services for adults and children. The brand new 2-story facility is located at 7500 Challis Rd. Brighton, MI. We are actively seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented individuals who will share in the goal of creating the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
External Applicants: Please note that for the first phase of this posting, we will be considering internal candidates only in an effort to offer advancement opportunities. You are still able to submit your resume for consideration, but our process for external candidates will begin approximately 30-days after the posting date.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
* Job Opening ID 156236
* Working Title Certified Child Life Specialist - Brighton Center for Specialty Care
* Job Title Activity Therapist Senior
* Work Location Michigan Medicine - Health Sys
Ann Arbor, MI USA
* Full/Part Time Full-Time
* Regular/Temporary Regular
* FLSA Status Exempt
* Organizational Group Um Hospital
* Department CW Child & Family Life
* Posting Begin/End Date 4/12/2018 -- 4/19/2018
* Paid Time Off Yes
* Career Interest Patient Care Services
Apply Now
Why become a Certified Child Life Specialist at Michigan Medicine?
At Michigan Medicine, our Certified Child Life Specialists are functioning members of our health care team. You will support a wide range of patients including children, teens and family members in the health care setting. You will provide appropriate developmental play/recreation and activitites, education and preparation for medical procedures, and emotional support of the child and family. As a CCLS, you will join a multidisciplinary team that will work together to coordinate clinical/program development activities. Working for Michigan Medicine will provide you with a positive work/life balance, while also allowing you with the opportunity to improve and develop your career. We would love for you to join our team today to assist in delivering state of the art patient care and interdisciplinary education.
What perks and benefits can you look forward to?
* Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
* 2:1 Match on retirement savings
* Generous PTO program
* Continued education allowance
* Teaching and mentorship opportunities
What skills would you perform?
* You will assess and prioritize the child/family needs for child life intervention while supporting patients and family members in coping with the stresses associated with the experience
* Provide opportunities for and facilitate a variety of group and individual play recreation, and activities which promote development, self-expression and deep understanding
* Evaluate emotional, social, mental and physical condition of referred patients utilizing therapeutic interventions and assessments
* Support family-centered care through communication and involvement of other members
* Provide education regarding illness/condition, treatment and coping techniques to patients, family members, and the larger community as appropriate
* Function and consult as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, integrating goals and plans to promote optimal patient care that is family-centered, developmentally appropriate and psychosocially sound
* You will plan, implement and document treatment plans/outcomes for patients as well as maintain equipment and supplies
* Collaborate with donors, community groups and others vital to the continued growth of Child and Family Life and Health System programs and visions
* You will orient and supervise Child and Family Life Department CFL interns and volunteers
* Provide education and in-service training regarding Child Life Services to patients, families, medical staff, students and staff members from other disciplines
* You will participate in professional development to enhance job performance and hospital missions and goals
Required Qualifications*
* Bachelor's degree in related field of study allowing for credentialing as a Certified Child Life Specialist; Certification from the Association of Child Life Professionals
Desired Qualifications*
* Work experience with children in healthcare environments. Dedication to team planning, decision-making and collaborative efforts
* Strong interpersonal communication and listening skills; outgoing and warm personality traits
* Ability to interact with seriously ill children of all developmental levels, their siblings, parents and other extended family members
* Appropriately assess situations with patients and families as they relate to specific needs for Child Life intervention (medical play, coping skills, etc.)
* Refer patients and families to other Child Life staff (Creative Therapies team/Activity Therapy team), as well as other care providers (Social Work, Clergy, etc.) as needed
* Function well in multidisciplinary team settings
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, daytime hours
Work Locations
Brighton Center for Specialty Care
The Brighton Center for Specialty Care is the newest University of Michigan Ambulatory Care facility dedicated to providing high quality health care services for adults and children. The brand new 2-story facility is located at 7500 Challis Rd. Brighton, MI. We are actively seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented individuals who will share in the goal of creating the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
External Applicants: Please note that for the first phase of this posting, we will be considering internal candidates only in an effort to offer advancement opportunities. You are still able to submit your resume for consideration, but our process for external candidates will begin approximately 30-days after the posting date.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
* Job Opening ID 156236
* Working Title Certified Child Life Specialist - Brighton Center for Specialty Care
* Job Title Activity Therapist Senior
* Work Location Michigan Medicine - Health Sys
Ann Arbor, MI USA
* Full/Part Time Full-Time
* Regular/Temporary Regular
* FLSA Status Exempt
* Organizational Group Um Hospital
* Department CW Child & Family Life
* Posting Begin/End Date 4/12/2018 -- 4/19/2018
* Paid Time Off Yes
* Career Interest Patient Care Services
Apply Now