Schedule: 

Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week | Day Shift

Additional Requirements:

Must have completed or be in the process of completing a child life internship. 

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

401(K) retirement savings with employer matchTuition reimbursementStudent loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to youHealthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

Description:

A Child Life Specialist (CLS) is a member of the healthcare team who works to address psychosocial and emotional concerns of infants, children, adolescents and young adults during their hospital experience. Responsible for supporting patients and their family members adjusting to illness, injury or loss in critical, acute and ambulatory settings. The CLS assesses the psychosocial, developmental and cultural needs of the patient and family and uses developmentally appropriate interventions to educate, prepare and support families to improve their coping with the hospital encounter. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to advocate for emotionally safe, family-centered care for patients and families.

Bachelor's Degree is required.Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.Requires ACLP Certified Child Life Specialist Certification within One Year of Hire Date.Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association is required.