Child Life Services Manager

Work Schedule:

This is a full time, 1.0 FTE position. Shifts will be scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm with alternate schedules to meet operational needs.

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Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Child Life Services Manager to:

• Support the operations of the American Family Children's Hospital (AFCH) Patient and Family Advisory Council, act as a liaison to AFCH Hospital School, and work in partnership with the Volunteer Program.
• Collaborate with philanthropy regularly to evaluate resources related to service line support within UW Health kids.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Education:

Minimum - Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a relevant subject area such as Child Life, Child Development, Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology or other related field

Preferred - Master's degree in Child Life, Child Development or Therapeutic Recreation. Master's degree in Business Administration or Health Care Administration acceptable if Bachelor's degree is in Child Life, Child Development or Therapeutic Recreation.

Work Experience:

Minimum - Three years of managerial experience related to child life services for a children's hospital or five years managerial experience in a healthcare setting.

Preferred - Experience in an academic setting including both inpatient and outpatient.

Licenses and Certifications:

Preferred - Certification as a Child Life Specialists by Association of Child Life Professionals

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

in Madison, Wisconsin-also a Magnet-designated facility-provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children's Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our and , which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.