Apply for Job Job ID92444 LocationAurora, Colorado Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Add to Favorite Jobs Why Work at Children's.... Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10 pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different. Job Overview The Child Life Specialist (CLS) works in health care and community settings to address the psychosocial, emotional, and family concerns that accompany the illness and injury of infants, children, adolescents, and youth. The CLS utilizes developmentally appropriate information, procedure support, emotional processing, play, self-expression and empowerment to improve the coping and adjustment of patients and families. As a member of the psychosocial team, the CLS collaborates with the multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure that emotionally safe, family-centered care is being provided to patients and families. In addition, the CLS takes an active role in developing and maintaining resources, planning, and facilitating special events and providing educational opportunities throughout Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) and the community. The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Children's Hospital Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus is the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. With up to 48 beds and a care team of more than 150 clinicians, nurses and specialized staff, we see some of the most acute pediatric conditions from the surrounding states. Our PICU provides critical care for any child who needs it. We see diagnoses that include, but are not limited to: Severe infections, such as sepsis and pneumonia Single or multi-organ system failure Traumatic injuries Respiratory failure and severe asthma attacks Recovery from complex orthopedic, neurologic and general surgeries, as well as organ transplants The PICU also supports patients who need advanced life-support therapies like extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) and inhaled nitric oxide (iNO). As a child life specialist in the PICU, you will play a crucial role in reducing the stress and trauma associated with critical illness and hospitalization. You will provide developmentally appropriate interventions, including procedural preparation and support, therapeutic play, and coping strategies for patients and their families. You will also create me ningful legacy-building opportunities, offer sibling support, and collaborate with our Integrative and Creative Care Team to bring comfort and moments of joy to children facing serious medical challenges. Additional Information Department Name: Child Life - PICU Job Status: 40hrs FT Shift: Tuesday-Sat 8a-430p Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related fields. Experience: Successful completion of 600 hours of child life internship under the direct supervision of a certified child life specialist. Certification(s): Current Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS). Will also take a Child Life Intern who's completed their internship as a entry level (see below): Education: Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related fields. Experience: Successful completion of 600 hours of child life internship under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist Certification(s):Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) must be obtained within one (1) year of... For full info follow application link. Equal Employment Opportunity It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or