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Child Life Specialist, Per Diem
 University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health | |
 United States, California, San Francisco | |
 Nov 24, 2024 | |
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Child Life Specialist, Per Diem Child Life Services Per Diem 82035BR Job Summary Promotes optimum growth and development of pediatric patients and their families by creating a therapeutic environment which minimizes psychological trauma and promotes mastery of health care experiences. Works closely with the Wellness Center providers to deliver individual and group therapeutic play aimed at supporting patients in their wellness journey. Plans interventions in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team. Provides developmentally appropriate education for children and adolescents prior to medical procedures with materials and language that are age appropriate. Coordinates programming and special events for pediatric patients and their families in programming spaces. Provides orientation and supervision for Child Life Services interns and volunteers. Assists in training and orientation of new hires. Works under the supervision of the Child Life Manager. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $47.53 - $47.53 (Hourly Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description The UCSF Wellness Center for Youth with Chronic Conditions is an innovative new center that partners with patients, families, health care providers, and researchers to create a lifetime of wellness for children and adolescents living with chronic illness. Our center focuses on the co-creation of individualized pathways towards wellness for children with chronic illnesses and their families. We partner with patients over the long haul to provide personalized holistic support - connecting them with wellness services, providing support in the transition from pediatric to adult medical care, and helping them build a community of peers. By embracing a wellness-centered framework for care, we seek to compliment what is already available within the traditional medical system, and to address important gaps in empowerment and psychosocial connection. Required Qualifications Child Life Specialist 1 Requirements: Preferred Qualifications * Relevant work experience with patients with chronic illness License/Certification * Child Life Certification required About UCSF At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Organization Health Job Code and Payroll Title 009368 CHILD LIFE SPEC 1 PD Job Category Allied Health Bargaining Unit University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX) Employee Class Per Diem Percentage 30% Location San Francisco, CA Campus Mission Bay (SF) Work Style Fully On-Site Shift Variable Shift Length Variable | |