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Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

The Child Life Activity Coordinator plans and coordinates a variety of child life activities designed to reduce the stress and anxiety accompanying hospitalization and other health care encounters.

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AspectInternship Child Life ActivityChild Life Specialist
CredentialsTypically pursuing a degree in child life, healthcare, or related field; may not require certificationRequires certification from the Child Life Professional Certification Office (CCLS)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, or community settings; supervised internshipHospitals, pediatric units, or healthcare facilities; independent practice with certification
Employer & Industry UsageEducational and training phase; internship programsFull-time professional role in healthcare settings

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Child Life Activity Coordinator | Le Bonheur's Child Life Dept | FT Day

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

On-site

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Life

Posted 14 days ago

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

The Child Life Activity Coordinator plans and coordinates a variety of child life activities designed to reduce the stress and anxiety accompanying hospitalization and other health care encounters. Coordinates the receipt, storage and distribution of in-kind donations. Plans, maintains, and provides programming for the child life programmatic programs. Serves as the primary escort for family members participating in the Parent Present Induction program. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.


Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.
A Brief Overview
The Child Life Activity Coordinator plans and coordinates a variety of child life activities designed to reduce the stress and anxiety accompanying hospitalization and other health care encounters. Coordinates the receipt, storage and distribution of in-kind donations. Plans, maintains, and provides programming for the child life programmatic programs. Serves as the primary escort for family members participating in the Parent Present Induction program. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do
  • Develops, implements, and maintains the coordination of therapeutic programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs of hospitalized children.
  • Oversees and maintains Child Life specialty programs.
  • Receives, organizes, stocks and distributes all in-kind donations for Child Life Services.
  • Functions as part of the team providing the Parent Present Induction program. Serves as the primary escort for the family member accompanying the child.
  • Coordinates the day-to-day child life activities of the volunteers and community visitors.
  • Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements
  • Required - Bachelor's Degree Child Development
  • Required - Bachelor's Degree Early Childhood Education
  • Preferred - High School Diploma or Equivalent General Studies

Work Experience Requirements
  • Required - Working with children 0-1 years
  • Preferred - Substitutions Allowed: In lieu of Bachelor's degree, the candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent with four years of experience working with children. 3-5 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements
  • Required - HEARTSAVER - American Heart Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Possesses problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain cohesive teams.
  • Ability to resolve concerns/problems in a professional, tactful manner.
  • Ability to provide a therapeutic and safe environment for individuals and groups.
  • Possesses planning and organizational skills to manage activities for children of all ages.
  • Exhibits and delivers strong customer service skills with patients, families, volunteer staff and the health care team.
  • Ability to learn and utilize computer applications and software.

Supervision Provided by this Position
  • There are no lead or supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Responsible for coordinating activities of the child life volunteers.

Physical Demands
  • The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
  • Must have good balance and coordination.
  • The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
  • The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
  • Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
  • Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
  • Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.


Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

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