Child Life Specialist

Are you passionate about helping children cope with the physical, emotional, and social challenges of hospitalization? Saint Francis Health System is looking for a Child Life Specialist to provide support to children and families during their hospital experience. The successful candidate will have experience in child life, child development, psychology, or a related field, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A compassionate and empathetic attitude is a must. If you are a creative, patient, and organized individual, this position is perfect for you!

Responsibilities:

1. Provide emotional support to children and families in their hospital experience.
2. Utilize expertise in child life, child development, psychology, or related field to create a positive hospital experience for children.
3. Develop and implement activities to engage children in their hospital stay.
4. Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare staff to ensure best care for children.
5. Facilitate communication between families and healthcare teams.
6. Remain current on best practices in child life and pediatric healthcare.
7. Support families during difficult decisions and procedures.
8. Maintain accurate records of patient interactions and progress.
9. Utilize creative methods to help children manage stress.
10. Assist families in navigating the hospital system and advocating for their children’s needs.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Child Life Specialist in Tulsa, OK, USA is $37,000 - $47,000. This range is based on salaries reported by Indeed.com and Glassdoor.com. The actual salary range may vary depending on experience, qualifications, and other factors.

Saint Francis Health System is an integrated health system in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with an emphasis on a complete continuum of care. With more than 10,000 employees, 1,000 physicians and 90 locations, Saint Francis Health System provides the community's largest network of healthcare services.