5,000 Sign On BonusJOB SUMMARYThe Child Life Specialist will work with pediatric patients and family members to give emotional, social and developmental support, and to add to the quality of care throughout the challenges of illness or injury, including end of life and bereavement.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEWorks to give psychosocial care and as an advocate for pediatric patients to ensure they are receiving medical care under the most optimal and positive circumstances.Provides therapeutic medical play and preparation sessions with patients and families that effectively facilitate a solid knowledge of medical procedures and appropriate coping strategies.