Child Life Patient Activity Asst/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleChild Life Patient Activity Asst/UKHCRequisition NumberRE54071Working TitlePatient Activity AssistantDepartment NameH3062:KCH-AdministrationWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level06Salary Range$16.20-24.82/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationAAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience1 yrRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsAble to lift 25 lbs without assistance, walk long distances and communicate effectively with parents and children.ShiftPrimarily day shift; could include some evening and weekend hours per department need. 10 hour shifts –Wednesday through Saturday each week – 8:30a to 7p.Job SummaryThe Patient Activity Assistant is responsible for assisting the Child Life Specialist with planning and providing developmentally and psychosocial appropriate stimulation and activities for patients in the playroom and at bedside. This position supports the developmental, emotional, and play needs of infants, children, youth, and families.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of child development, developmentally appropriate play, and the emotional needs of children in healthcare settings. They should demonstrate effective communication, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to lead activities, supervise volunteers, and adapt in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceA Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Psychology, Family Studies, Education, Recreation Therapy, or a related field is preferred. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience working with infants, children, youth, or families in healthcare, educational, or community-based settings. Experience coordinating playroom activities, supervising volunteers, and supporting developmentally appropriate programming in a pediatric or hospital environment is strongly desired.Deadline to Apply04/23/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please describe your experience working with infants, children, youth, or families an educational or group setting. In your response, highlight any experience you have coordinating or supporting activity-based programming, supervising others, and implementing developmentally appropriate activities.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * How many years of experience do you have working directly with infants, children, youth, or families in a supportive, recreational, or therapeutic setting?
   • None
   • More than 0, through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
3. * How much experience do you have coordinating and supervising child based programming?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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