Child Life Activity Assistant (Full Time, Mid shift) at Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami, Florida

Job Description:

Job Summary

Provides support to the department leaders and Child Life Specialists. Assists in implementing Child Life services by planning, organizing, and implementing developmentally appropriate recreational activities. Assists with maintaining a safe and organized environment for the Child Life department.

Job Specific Duties

• Assists the leaders with overseeing child life activities and monthly duties. 


• Assists leaders with special projects, donations, and other special events as required. 


• Uses PEDS to identify unit needs for bedside play.  


• Collaborates with nurses/others to accommodate patient's needs (toy, crafts, and Foundation).


• Develops a productive work environment for volunteers; trains, orients, motivates, and supports volunteers. 


• Incorporates volunteers into daily programming through delegating, valuing input, empowering, and providing feedback. 


• Engages with patients at bedside, in the unit Play Spaces, or in Outpatient areas; plans and implements appropriate recreational activities and communicates observations to the team.  


• Engages children in Play Space activities; maintains Play Space environment including cleaning equipment and stocking shelves/cabinets. 


• Provides support and collaborates professionally with the Child Life Specialists. 


• Performs all other delegated duties such as copying, scanning, filing, faxing, restocking toy storage and unit prizes.  

Minimum Job Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, or related field required within 1 year of hire date  


• American Heart Association BLS required within 90 days of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience working with children is preferred.


• Able to adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions.


• Able to handle multiple assignments, set priorities, and meet deadlines.


• Abilities in prioritizing, successfully handling multiple concurrent tasks, strong problem solving skills, attention to detail, and working in a team environment.


• Able to work independently and flexibly with minimal supervision.


• Able to represent the department/function in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner.


• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.