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Job Description
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128766 Facility Group: Norton System Services Job Description Responsibilities The role of the Child Life Therapist is to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate psychosocial patient/family needs for patients aged neonatal to 17 years (Neonates, Pediatric, Adolescent). The Child Life Therapist provides psychosocial support to meet the needs of the patients and families; plans and coordinates activities designed to further the social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth of the child within the inpatient and outpatient setting, utilizing age appropriate principles of growth and development; acts an advocate for the patients and families; performs other related duties. We currently have openings across these locations: Norton Women's and Children's Hospital (Full Time) Norton Children's Hospital (Full Time) Norton West Louisville Hospital (Full Time) Norton Children's Medical Center - Brownsboro (Full Time and As Needed) Qualifications Required: Completion of a 600 hour Child Life internship Bachelor Degree - Completion of Bachelor's Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology, Education or other health-related field. Certified Child Life Specialist - Child Life Certification or must be eligible to sit for exam. Must obtain Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential within 12 months of hire. Desired: One year in a healthcare setting Screening requirements: Background check License & education verification Employment reference verification Drug Screen Norton Healthcare offers a competitive benefit package, including: Paid vacation, sick days and holidays Paid parental leave 403b/401k retirement plan View more: Benefits Guide Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Discover meaningful career opportunities at NortonHealthcareCareers.com. Norton Healthcare Careers — Together, We Will. Norton Healthcare is a leader in serving adult and pediatric patients from throughout Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, the commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond. The not-for-profit hospital and health care system is Louisville’s third largest employer, with more than 17,000 employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Equal Employment Opportunity is the law. Equal Employment Opportunity is the law Supplement Pay Transparency Notice PI2ecaa2bea81f-35216-35760025