Child Life Specialist (Non-Exempt) Job at Mercy, Springfield, MO

ODFLVWpBcDVmdE9SaXhzVzZwMkk3eWp4RkE9PQ==
  • Mercy
  • Springfield, MO

Job Description

We’re a Little Different

 

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”


Overview:

 

Provide intervention to educate, prepare and support children through tests and procedures. Plan, implement and supervise activities and special events to normalize hospital environment and promote socialization and normal development. Advocate for special of families and patients. Promote the role of parents and the philosophy of patient and family centered care. Supervise students and volunteers.


Qualifications:

  • Education : Bachelors of Science or Bachelors of Arts in related Child Life field and internship in appropriate area required.
  • Experience: 2 years experience in child related education or medical care facility is preferred.
  • Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) through American Heart Association is required upon hire. Must possess or acquire certification through Association for Child Life Professionals as a Certified Child Life Specialist within 1 year of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment.
  • Other Skills: Strong background in child development and Medical terminology

 

We Offer Great Benefits:


Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

 

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.


At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.


What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?


Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

 

 

EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Tags

Internship,

Similar Jobs

Atlas Search

Desktop Engineer Job at Atlas Search

 ...Requirements Maintain MECM infrastructure Deploying inventory and compliance reporting of all systems Advanced troubleshooting of virtual/physical systems Advanced skills in PowerShell Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, PKI, DNS, and DHCP.... 

Ryder System

Truck Driver Class A Home Daily Job at Ryder System

 ...Position Description**Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Yard Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us in Garden Grove,...  ...team easy.+ Deliver SOLOTo: Yard Hostler+ Route: Local Home Daily+ Tractor Type: Yard Goat+ TrailerType:Dry Van, Container... 

Hott Source

Senior Oracle Database Administrator Job at Hott Source

 ...Role: Senior Oracle Database Administrator Location: Fairfax, VA (Onsite) Salary: $100,000 - $200,000 (150k - 300k including benefits) Clearance: Must hold an active TS/SCI I am working with a leading Defense and Space organization, based in Fairfax, who... 

Load and Go Cargo LLC

Class A Company drivers and Owner Operators Hiring Job Job at Load and Go Cargo LLC

Class A Company drivers and Owner Operators Hiring JobAmazon, UPS, Fedex and similar light loadsDrop and Hook - 50-70%Deadhead Miles Paid$0.70 per mile if you run at least 3750 miles a week (below that pays $0.65 per mile)https://loadandgocargo.comPay: $0.70... 

Global Search Network

Environmental Health Safety Coordinator Job at Global Search Network

 ...Health and Safety Coordinator Job Description Reporting to the Plant Manager, facilitate and assist in the identification, evaluation and control of safety and environmental risks at the location. Provide, assist and/or facilitate skills building and training of...