Child Life Specialist

As an integral part of the pediatric healthcare team, the Child Life Specialist at Children's Hospital Colorado plays a vital role in providing support to patients and families. This role requires a unique combination of emotional intelligence, creativity, and advanced knowledge of child development. An ideal candidate will have a passion for serving children and families and a deep understanding of the impact illness can have on a child's mental well-being.The successful candidate must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Psychology, or a related field, plus two years of experience working with children in a hospital or similar setting. Certification from the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP) is preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to communicate with diverse populations is necessary. We seek an individual who is committed to providing exemplary service and who understands the importance of creating a family-centered environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide emotional support to patients and families in a hospital setting.
2. Use advanced knowledge of child development to assess the mental well-being of children.
3. Utilize creativity and emotional intelligence to design therapeutic interventions.
4. Maintain a family-centered environment.
5. Communicate effectively with diverse populations.
6. Have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Psychology, or a related field.
7. Possess two years of experience working with children in a hospital or similar setting.
8. Obtain certification from the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP), if preferred.
9. Understand medical terminology.
10. Provide exemplary service.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Child Life Specialist in Aurora, CO, USA is $40,000 to $67,000 per year. This range is based on the salary data provided by salary.com. The salary range may vary depending on factors such as experience, education, certifications, and other job-related qualifications.

Children's Hospital Colorado is a academic pediatric acute care children's hospital located in the Anschutz Medical Campus near the interchange of I-225 and Colfax Avenue in Aurora, Colorado. The hospital has 434 pediatric beds at its main campus in Aurora.