CHILD LIFE SPECIALIST PRN Job at CoperUniversity Health Care, Camden, NJ

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  • CoperUniversity Health Care
  • Camden, NJ

Job Description

About us


At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

The Child Life Specialist will assess the psychosocial needs of patients and their families to offer and implement supportive, therapeutic interventions such as preparation for health care encounters, procedural support and coping strategies, and opportunities for various types of play.
The Child Life Specialist will be an advocate for pediatric patients and visitors and serve as a resource for other hospital staff in areas of child development, family-centered care, trauma-informed care, age appropriate and developmentally appropriate interactions, and bereavement support.
Experience Required

0-2 years of experience required, 3-5 years of experience preferred 

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree required in child life or other closely related field

License/Certification Requirements

Certified Child Life Specialist certification required or must obtain certification within 12 months of hire

Must have completed 600+ hour Child Life Internship

Skills/Qualifications

Communication – Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers
CPR-BLS preferred

Special Requirements

PRN days

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Relief, Internship,

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