Stony Brook Medicine
Child Life Gaming Specialist (per diem)
Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790
Recreational Therapy Specialist/Child Life Gaming Specialist
Position Summary
At Stony Brook Medicine, a Recreational Therapy Specialist/Child Life Gaming Specialist is a valuable member of our team, providing quality child life services to children and families in assigned work areas throughout Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. The role delivers clinical services, develops coping skills through game play and recreation, collaborates on digital programming, and works with the healthcare team to integrate gaming and tablet use into patient care plans.
Duties
Assist children in developing coping skills through game play and recreation.
Collaborate with child life staff in development and implementation of new digital programming.
Work with healthcare team members to identify patient needs and develop care plan goals for gaming and tablet use.
Use gaming tools and tablets to help children cope.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, or a gaming technology related field.
At least 1 year of experience working with gaming and technology in a pediatric setting.
Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum three years’ employment in a gaming or technology focused position serving children.
Master's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Creative Arts Therapy, or related field.
Dual Certified Child Life (CCLS) and Creative Arts Therapy (LCAT).
Special Notes Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Posting Overview Position remains posted until filled, or for a maximum of 90 days. Initial review of applicants occurs two weeks from posting date. Additional applications may be considered after the initial review if no finalist is identified, but closing will occur after two weeks from that review or post date if no hire.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Pre‑employment physical examination and medical clearance.
Electronic reference check with at least three professional references.
4‑panel drug screen.
Regulatory pre‑employment screenings and required New York State licensing.
EEO Statement Stony Brook University is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability‑related accommodation, contact the University Office of Equity and Access at (631) 632-6280.
Anticipated Pay Range $28.00–$35.00 per hour.
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Duties
Assist children in developing coping skills through game play and recreation.
Collaborate with child life staff in development and implementation of new digital programming.
Work with healthcare team members to identify patient needs and develop care plan goals for gaming and tablet use.
Use gaming tools and tablets to help children cope.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, or a gaming technology related field.
At least 1 year of experience working with gaming and technology in a pediatric setting.
Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum three years’ employment in a gaming or technology focused position serving children.
Master's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Creative Arts Therapy, or related field.
Dual Certified Child Life (CCLS) and Creative Arts Therapy (LCAT).
Special Notes Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Posting Overview Position remains posted until filled, or for a maximum of 90 days. Initial review of applicants occurs two weeks from posting date. Additional applications may be considered after the initial review if no finalist is identified, but closing will occur after two weeks from that review or post date if no hire.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Pre‑employment physical examination and medical clearance.
Electronic reference check with at least three professional references.
4‑panel drug screen.
Regulatory pre‑employment screenings and required New York State licensing.
EEO Statement Stony Brook University is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability‑related accommodation, contact the University Office of Equity and Access at (631) 632-6280.
Anticipated Pay Range $28.00–$35.00 per hour.
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