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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

Under the general supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist, facilitates play activities for siblings to engage in while caregivers visit hospitalized patients. These activities address the family centered care needs of our patients and families and reduce stress and anxiety accompanying the hospitalization of a family member.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Project RISE

Project RISE (Reaching for Independent Successful Employment) creates employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities through:

Paid employment

Positions may be part time or full time, based upon the needs of the hiring department.

Qualifications for Project RISE

A person with a disability who identifies of having a physical or mental impairment, which creates a barrier to employment, and who needs Supported Employment services to reach successful employment.

We expect that individuals are able to perform assigned tasks independently after the supported employment period.

What is Supported Employment: Support Employment is ongoing supports provided to individuals and their employers who, because of their disabilities, need intensive on-going support to maintain a job in competitive or customized employment, or self-employment, in an integrated work setting.

This is achieved by providing on-the-job training in work and work-related skills; i.e. job coaching to facilitate the acquisition, and ongoing performance, of the essential functions of the job and the facilitation of natural supports (i.e. fading). Ongoing retention, supervision and monitoring of the person's performance; i.e. evaluating self-maintenance strategies, work production and the effectiveness of natural supports (i.e. fading) which promote the greatest degree of inclusion, integration and autonomy. Training in related skills needed to retain employment; i.e. supporting and facilitating strategies which promote attendance and social inclusion in the workplace based upon individualized assessed need such as using community resources and public transportation

To learn more about the Project RISE program, click here:

https://www.childrensmercy.org/in-the-community/community-programs-with-childrens-mercy/project-rise/

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide play activities for patient siblings.

• Maintain cleanliness, safety and supplies in patient/sibling activity areas.

• Assist Child Life Department in offering a positive hospital environment for patients, siblings and families.

• Complete mandatory employee education requirements and participate in additional learning opportunities through Project RISE.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years experience Experience working with children in a group (healthcare or daycare setting), with independent responsibility for care, qualifies as related work experience. Education beyond high school in an area related to child development may be substituted for required work experience.

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits. (https://www.childrensmercy.org/careers/why-childrens-mercy/employee-benefits/)

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $17.00/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.

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Requisition ID2024-30559

Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date2 weeks ago(8/30/2024 9:26 AM)

Posting CategoryAdministrative Support/Customer Service

DivisionPROJECT RISE

Work TypeFull Time

Work Daysm-f

Work Hours800-1630

FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

Location : NameAdele Hall

Recruiter : Full Name: First LastJessica Ziegler

Recruiter : Emailjjziegler@cmh.edu