Child Life Therapist Opportunities in Louisville, KY
Norton Healthcare
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Posted: 13-Nov-24
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Type: Full Time
Sector:
Hospital, Public and Private
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Additional Information:
7 openings available.
Internal Number: 128766
The role of the Child Life Therapist is to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate psychosocial patient/family needs for patients aged neonatal to 17 years (Neonates, Pediatric, Adolescent). The Child Life Therapist provides psychosocial support to meet the needs of the patients and families; plans and coordinates activities designed to further the social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth of the child within the inpatient and outpatient setting, utilizing age appropriate principles of growth and development; acts an advocate for the patients and families; performs other related duties.
We currently have openings across these locations:
Norton Women's and Children's Hospital (Full Time)
Norton Children's Hospital (Full Time)
Norton West Louisville Hospital (Full Time)
Norton Children's Medical Center - Brownsboro (Full Time and As Needed)
Bachelor Degree - Completion of Bachelor's Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, Education or other health-related field.
Certified Child Life Specialist - Child Life Certification or must be eligible to sit for exam. Must obtain Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential within 12 months of hire.
At Norton Healthcare, we know our “why.” Each of our nurses, technicians and therapists know why they’re here: to make a difference, together. We rely on each other — through celebration and challenges — to provide quality care to all. What we do isn’t always easy, but the people and teams of Norton Healthcare are what make working here so worthwhile. We respect and value every person at Norton Healthcare. Here, you will experience our inclusive culture and know that you have a place where you belong.