Children's Hospital Colorado

Child Life Specialist PRN

Children's Hospital Colorado

Aurora, CO, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelBachelors
Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young patients and their families? Children’s Hospital Colorado is seeking an experienced and compassionate PRN Child Life Specialist. In this role, you will provide therapeutic play, education, and support to hospitalized children and their families. To be successful in this role, you must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong ability to build relationships, and a deep understanding of the physical and emotional needs of hospitalized children and adolescents. If you are looking to make a positive impact on the lives of children and their families, this is the job for you!

Responsibilities:

  1. Provide therapeutic play, education, and support to hospitalized children and their families.
  2. Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  3. Establish and maintain relationships with patients, families, and other members of the healthcare team.
  4. Respond to patients’ physical and emotional needs.
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of the medical environment and the impact of hospitalization on children and families.
  6. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and other hospital functions.
  7. Assist in providing child life services for family-centered care.
  8. Document all interactions with patients and families.
  9. Ensure compliance with appropriate professional and ethical standards.
  10. Maintain ongoing education and professional development in the field of Child Life.
Where is this job?
This job is located at Aurora, CO, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Excellent Communication And Interpersonal Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree In Child Development

  • Child Life Specialist Certification

  • - Years Of Experience Working With Children In A Hospital Setting

  • Ability To Work Well In A Fast-Paced

  • Team-Oriented Environment

  • Ability To Provide Patient/Family Education And Support

  • Proficient In Computer Applications

  • Understanding Of Patient Confidentiality Policies

Required Skills
  • Support

  • Communication

  • Crisis Management

  • Compassion

  • Empathy

  • Organization

  • Facilitation

  • education

  • Flexibility

  • Adaptability

  • advocacy

  • child development

  • Interpersonal

  • Play Therapy

  • Coping Strategies

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Problem Solving

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • creativity

  • Organization

  • flexibility

  • Critical thinking

  • Teamwork

  • Self-awareness

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Child Life Specialist PRN in Aurora, CO, USA is $21.00 - $32.00 per hour. This salary range is based on the median salaries reported by employers in the Aurora, CO, USA area. The salary range may vary depending on the experience and qualifications of the applicant.

Additional Information
Children's Hospital Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedAugust 24th, 2023
Apply BeforeSeptember 18th, 2025
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About Children's Hospital Colorado

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.

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