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Child Life Assistant

Corewell Health
United States, Michigan, Grand Rapids
Jun 10, 2025
Job Summary The primary responsibilities of this position are planning, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate play opportunities for patients. This role supports the Child Life Specialist in promoting normal growth and development for pediatric patients and families served in both an inpatient and outpatient setting. The Child Life Assistant will also be involved on a regular basis with implementation of community and hospital based programs with reflect the mission of the Child Life Program and DeVos Children's Hospital. Essential Functions Provides safe, age and developmentally supportive play activities for patients and families. Communicates with nursing, Child Life Specialists and other clinical staff to assist in meeting the developmental needs of patients. Maintain clean and safe play environments and organized storage areas in accordance with hospital safety and policies and procedures. Supervises and facilitates volunteer resources to help in meeting the needs of the patients and families. Monitors and reports to Child Life Specialist any social/emotional needs of the child and family, as well as other defined areas which a patient could benefit from involvement with a Child Life Specialist. (ex. MRI scheduled, IV start, etc.) Participates in coordination and implementation of community and special/holiday events which the Child Life Program is involved in supporting. Anticipates customer needs and provides services to all customers, including patients, physicians, hospital departments, and staff. Coordinates requests for services, information, records, and data on a timely basis. Researches and resolves problems. Attends mandatory meetings, in-services and trainings as required for this position. Qualifications Required High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred Associate's Degree in child life, child development, child psychology, early childhood education, recreational therapy or related degree 1 year of relevant experience Previous work with children and / or teenagers Preferred 1 year of relevant experience Working with volunteers Preferred 1 year of relevant experience Program planning and development Preferred CRT-CPR - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Physical Demands Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs Sitting: Occasionally Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally Squat: Seldom Stair Climbing: Seldom Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally Handling: Occasionally Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently Visual Acuity [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Helen Devos Childrens Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids Department Name Child and Family Life - GR Employment Type Part time Shift Variable (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 4 Hours of Work 7:30-4:00 Days Worked variable Weekend Frequency N/A CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.