Child Life Assistant

MaineHealth
parental leave
United States, Maine, Portland
22 Bramhall Street (Show on map)
Nov 06, 2024
Description Maine Medical Center Professional - Clinical Req #: 1273 Summary: The Child Life Assistant role assists in the development and implementation of therapeutic activities to promote an understanding of medical experiences, encourage recovery and enhance the continued personal growth and development of the pediatric patient. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) 1. Education: Associate's Degree in Child Life/Child Development or related field or equivalent work experience required. 2. License/Certifications: N/A 3. Experience: See Education. Experience demonstrating proficiency in performing at an Assistant level normally acquired with one to three months of related experience required. 4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A 5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.