Job Details

In Child Life and Education at Main Campus Park Place South

Work schedule will be Full-time on the Day Shift shift, Rotating week 1 Wed-Sat week 2 Wed-Fri.

Summary:

The mission of the Child Life Program is to strive to reduce the impact of stressful or traumatic life events and situations, which affect the development, health, and well-being of infants, children, youth, and families. The Child Life staff is part of the hospital team that strives not only to minimize the child’s stress and anxiety during hospitalization, but also to create a positive environment that fosters the continued development of the child. The Child Life staff provides opportunities for each child to gain a sense of control and understanding of his/her environment, for learning, for self-expression, for family involvement and for interaction and socialization with other children through play and recreational activities.

Other information:
Must be Child Life certified or certified within 6 months of hire date

Credentials with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Certified Child Life Specialist

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Bachelors of Science or Arts in Child Life

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* 0 Year job experience as Staff Level with specialization in the field of Child Life

Child Life & Education provides individualized care and support designed to meet the unique needs of children and families as they cope with illness, injury, treatment, hospitalization, and the health care experience. Our teams specialize in the psychosocial care and emotional well-being of patients and families in the medical setting. Child Life Child Life recognizes that illness and hospitalization are stressful events in the lives of children and their families. By using age-appropriate education, preparation, and supportive activities, we strive to minimize that stress and help children and families cope positively with their healthcare experience. Education Education is a vital part of every child and adolescent's growth. When health challenges require hospitalization, their academic routine is often disrupted. The Junior League of Birmingham's Sunshine School Program helps bridge this gap—delivering educational support and a sense of normalcy during medical care.