Child Life Intern Jobs

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GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

Gain knowledge and training during the 600 hour Child Life Internship Program in order to plan, organize, and implement Child Life programming in the hospital while under the supervision of a certified Child Life Specialist. The child life intern will be responsible for providing a wide range of developmentally appropriate services designed to promote optimum development of children and adolescents, reduce stress, and maximize positive coping. Is able to provide Child Life services in all areas covered by the Child Life Department. Operates within the hospital mission, vision, and values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Completion of Bachelor's degree, or working toward completion of a Bachelor’s degree, in child life, education, child development, psychology, or a related field. In-depth knowledge of child development and experience working with children is necessary, completion of a child life practicum is preferred.

Driscoll Children’s Child Life Internship Program: