Child Life Specialist I Child Life I Gainesville - Shands Teaching Hospital and Clinics, Inc dba UF Health Shands Hospital

This position assesses and provides services in response to the identified psychosocial and developmental needs of hospitalized children and their families. This position improves or enhances psychosocial functioning of pediatric patients and families by providing opportunities for improving coping skills through therapeutic interventions.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor�s degree in human service area, Child Life, Child Development, Child and Family Studies, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Psychology, Recreational Therapy, or related fields from an accredited institution. - required, Master�s degree � preferred. Extensive knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development. Two years of experience working with children in a healthcare setting is preferred. Preference will be given to applicants with previous hospital experience or training, CCLS/CTRS certification and experience.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:
None provided

Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Certified or certificate eligible as a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). If certificate eligible, will attain certification within one year in order to retain position. Clinical internship in progress or internship eligible per ACLP guidelines may be considered.