Job Summary

We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.

THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Job Responsibilities

The Child Life Specialists provide evidence-based, developmentally, and psychologically appropriate interventions within the healthcare system to meet the psychosocial, emotional and development needs of children and adolescents experiencing hospitalization, illness or injury pertaining to themselves or another member of their family system.

The Child Life Specialist is a new professional with the skill and knowledge to conduct thorough assessments and implement developmentally and psychosocially appropriate interventions for pediatric patients. This individual must have the skills to provide emotional support, reflective listening and maintain therapeutic relationships. Must also have the knowledge to provide diagnosis and procedural education and preparation to facilitate adjustment to the hospital environment, illness and injury while facilitating coping. It is necessary for the specialist to provide family support and patient resources as needed. Supervision of volunteers and practicum students and provision of introductory guidance to the child life interns and fellows as appropriate is also required.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Child Life Specialist Certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or related field.
• Knowledge of child development and theory
• Knowledge of appropriate Child Life interventions with patients and families
• Knowledge of Child Life theory and how to apply theory to practice
• Knowledge of medical terminology, diagnosis, and procedures

Preferred Qualification

• Master’s degree in Child Development or related field.

Special Requirements

Must be able to work variable schedule including overtime.

This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.