Child Life Team Lead - Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families during their hospital stay? Do you have experience in child life and a desire to lead and mentor a team? Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Child Life Team Lead to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide emotional and developmental support to patients and families, as well as oversee and guide a team of child life specialists. We are looking for someone with a strong background in child life, excellent communication and leadership skills, and a genuine love for working with children. If you are ready to make a positive impact on the lives of young patients, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

1. Develop and implement child life programming and services to meet the emotional and developmental needs of young patients and their families during hospital stays.
2. Lead and mentor a team of child life specialists, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
3. Collaborate with healthcare providers, families, and other team members to create a comprehensive plan of care for each patient.
4. Conduct assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients, taking into consideration their specific needs and goals.
5. Utilize evidence-based practices to promote positive coping and adjustment for pediatric patients and their families.
6. Collaborate with community organizations and volunteers to provide additional support and resources for patients and families.
7. Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient interactions and progress.
8. Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure open communication and coordinated care.
9. Stay up-to-date on current research and best practices in child life and implement them into daily practice.
10. Advocate for the needs of pediatric patients and their families within the hospital setting.
11. Promote a positive and supportive work environment for child life specialists, fostering teamwork and collaboration.
12. Participate in hospital committees and initiatives related to child life services.
13. Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, as well as professional standards and ethical guidelines for child life specialists.
14. Continuously evaluate and improve child life services to meet the changing needs of patients, families, and the community.
15. Act as a role model and advocate for the profession of child life, promoting its importance and impact on pediatric healthcare.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Child Life Team Lead - Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte, NC, USA is $56,000-$85,000 per year. This can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and specific job responsibilities.

Atrium Health, formerly Carolinas HealthCare System, is a not for profit hospital network which operates hospitals, freestanding emergency departments, urgent care centers, and medical practices in the American states of North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.