HRTMS Job Description Management
| NI-Coordinator, Child Life J o b D e s c r i p t i o n | | |
JOB INFORMATION | Effective Date: | 6/26/2026 | Entity: | Illinois | Job Code: | NI-2192AC | Job Title: | NI-Coordinator, Child Life | FLSA Exemption Status: | Exempt | JOB SUMMARY | | | Plans, organizes, and directs the Child Life Program. Additionally, these activities may be utilized to provide support to any additional programs the department oversees. Provides emotional, social and developmental support to hospitalized children (including Pediatrics and NICU) and their families (including siblings). Serves as a role model and communicates Child Life and other programs' philosophy throughout the organization. | | | | | | | | |
• | In conjunction with Supervisor, establishes and communicates goals and objectives for the Child Life Program consistent with departmental and corporate philosophy. | • | Develops materials and procedures for patient education and coordinates education and tutoring for patients. | • | Selects, trains, evaluates and supervises Child Life volunteers and interns. Not sure if we should keep. | • | As requested, provides referrals, consultations and screening. Accurately documents information and patient response to therapy. | • | Participates in a variety of hospital and community events. As a resource to the health care team, provides appropriate referrals to community resources. | • | Prepares budget for Child Life Departments. Maintains adequate, developmentally appropriate supplies and materials, within established budget parameters. | • | Performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts. |
As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned. ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS. |
Age Specific Competency (Clinical jobs only) | X | Clinical | | Will provide all patients age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening and interpretation of clinical and laboratory data. Develops and implements age appropriate interventional plans of care including education within the parameters of their position responsibilities and licensure | | | | | | | |
Education | Education Level | Education Details | Required/
Preferred | | Bachelor's Degree | in Child Life, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Special Education or Therapeutic Recreation. | Required | | | | | | | | |
Experience | Experience | Experience Details | Required/
Preferred | | | No minimum experience required. | | | | Experience working with hospitalized children. | Preferred | | | | | | | | |
Licenses & Certifications | Licenses/Certification Details | Time Frame | Required/
Preferred | | Current Child Life certification through the Association of Child Life Professionals. | | Required | | Basic Life Support/CPR Certification. | Upon Hire | Required | | | | | | | | |
LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. |
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | • | Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication, organizational and critical decision making skills. | • | Bilingual (Spanish speaking) preferred. | • | Successful completion of annual clinical, age specific and job specific competencies and skills validation tools. | | | |
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS |
Physical Demands | A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. | Physical Demand | Continuous Over 70% | Frequent 40% - 69% | Occasional 15% - 39% | Rarely Up to 15% | Standing | | X | | | Walking | | X | | | Climbing | | | X | | Bending | | | X | | Crouching | | | X | | Pushing / Pulling | | | X | | Carry | | | X | | Fine Hand / Eye Coordination | | | X | | Hearing Ability | | | X | | Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs. | | X | | | 15 - 30 lbs. | | X | | | 30 - 50 lbs. | | X | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Over 50 lbs. | UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual. | | | |
Physical Demands | While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments. | Physical Demands | Continuous Over 70% | Frequent 40% - 69% | Occasional 15% - 39% | Rarely Up to 15% | Concentration on Detail | | | X | | Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task | | | X | | Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks | | X | | | Oral Communication | | X | | | Written Communication | | X | | | | | | | | | | | |
Physical Demands | Physical Demands | Continuous Over 70% | Frequent 40% - 69% | Occasional 15% - 39% | Rarely Up to 15% | Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids | | X | | | Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons | | | | X | Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations | | | | X | Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals | | | | X | Exposure to Radiation | | | | X | | | | | | | | | |
Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position. | THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position. |
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