Log In
Sign Up
United States
Driscoll Health Hiring for Child Life Assistant at Corpus Christi, TX Full Time
Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below.
General Purpose of Job:
The Child Life Assistant assists with supervision and maintenance of playrooms and teen rooms, provide activities and play opportunities for patients, assists with special events, and supervises Child Life volunteers. They provide general support in daily tasks of the Child Life Department and are able to provide Child Life services in all areas covered by the Child Life Department. Operates within Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s Mission, Vision and Values.
Essential Functions:
- Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.
- Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.
- Maintains Child Life activity areas, providing a therapeutic and safe environment.
- Functions as a member of the healthcare team.
- Documents Child Life activities in the patient chart.
- Communicates observations and information to appropriate personnel.
- Participates in volunteer orientations.
- Supervises volunteers assigned to the Child life Department.
- Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.
- Attends hospital and department meetings as required.
- Maintains appropriate boundaries with patients and families.
- Assists with planning, coordinating, and facilitating special events.
- Provides play opportunities, activities, and developmental stimulation for patients.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, or related field is preferred.
- Knowledge of child development and experience working with children is preferred.
