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Dayton Children's Hospital Child Life Specialist - Facility Dog Handler - Full Time in Dayton, Ohio
Facility:Dayton Children's - Main CampusDepartment:Child LifeSchedule:Full timeHours:40Job Details:The Child Life Specialist/Facility Dog Handler will utilize the facility dog as a tool to provide goal oriented therapeutic interventions for patients undergoing treatment at Dayton Children’s. The handler will provide therapeutic interventions that will address the emotional, behavioral, receptive/expressive, cognitive and physical needs of patients. On behalf of Dayton Children’s, the handler is always responsible and maintains 24/7 control and care of the facility dog with an appropriate home environment, feeding/weight management, veterinary care, grooming/cleanliness and ongoing teaching/training.
Under the direct supervision of the Child Life Manager, the Child Life Specialist will be responsible for assessing individual patients and facilitating techniques to enhance coping, providing appropriate play opportunities, establishing supportive relationships with patients and their families, and collaborating with other members of the health care team. They will also maintain appropriate records and keep their level of professional knowledge at an acceptable level. The Child Life Specialist supervises volunteers and students assigned to their department.
Completion of Child Life Internship Required
Department Specific Job Details:
Education
Bachelors Required
Certifications
CCLS - Certified Child Life Specialist required within 1 year.
Education Requirements:
Bachelors (Required)
Certification/License Requirements:
CCLS Certified Child Life Specialist - Association of Child Life Professionals, CPR: Non Healthcare & Public Safety - Various
At Dayton Children's we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families and with each other.
We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference. If this is you, apply today!
Our values:
Safety--We make safety our first priority.
Compassion--We deliver compassionate, family-centered care to all we serve.
Ownership--We are the pediatric care experts and act knowing that every patient, visitor and the hospital is our collective responsibility.
Collaboration--We work collaboratively to care for children, their families and each other.
Innovation--We continuously innovate to make Dayton Children's even better today and into the future.
Equity -- We strive for an environment in which all feel welcomed, valued and fairly treated in order to reach their full potential.
Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or transgender status.
