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Kennedy Krieger Institute Recreational Activities Staff II (Child Life/Outpatient) - $2,000 Hiring Incentive in Baltimore, Maryland
Overview
The Recreational Activities Staff II works independently and demonstrates initiative, discretion and good judgment in planning and implementing social and/or recreational programs which support the development, psychosocial and cultural needs of patients and siblings. The Recreational Activities Staff is responsible for the supervision of patients and siblings while in the Outpatient playroom and provides observation and assessment of patients, siblings, and parent/child interactions where appropriate.
Responsibilities
Supervise children in the outpatient playroom.
Provide developmentally appropriate group and/or individual activities.
Observe and assess patients, siblings and parent/child interactions and provide information regarding same to clinicians.
Provide orientation to patients and families as to typical procedures the patient will be experiencing during their outpatient visit.
Model appropriate adult-child interactions to assist parents in improving interactions with their children.
Maintain quality and effectiveness of patient services through implementation of, and compliance with, all departmental and Institute policies, procedures and performance improvement activities.
Order and maintain playroom materials and supplies.
Clean toys and equipment in accordance with established procedures.
Monitor and ensure the safety of equipment, materials and the environment
Qualifications
EDUCATION:
- BA/BS in Child Life, Child Development, Education, Recreation or related field required.
EXPERIENCE:
- Two (2) years’ experience in a pediatric setting (hospital, educational or structured recreational setting)
Benefits
Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, free parking and child care subsidies! In addition, we offer rich professional development opportunities.
We require full COVID vaccination or documentation of medical and/or religious exemption(s) approval for this job as we are a healthcare institution committed to putting health and safety first for our patients, students, employees, and the communities we serve.
EOE/M/F/D/V
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Vacancy ID 10505
Job Location : Street 801 N. Broadway
# of Hours 40.00
Job Locations US-MD-Baltimore
Pos. Type Regular Full Time
Department : Name Child Life and Therapeutic Recreation
Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet