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Hi! My name is Jessica. I am currently pursing my masters in child life and will be completing my internship in NY. I am so passionate about this field that I thought why not share my experience and {hopefully} inspire others to join this amazing community of CL!

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{ Translation: I am a child life specialist } The outpouring of support and love I’ve received about my cap has been so amazing! According to the ACLP only 3% of members are Hispanic! I am so proud to be part of that 3% 🤗 #jesschildlife

We did it!!!! So happy I went through such a great program with awesome people!

Swipe through to see more roles child life specialists have. From empowering patients and families, planning events, coordinating donations, bereavement and end of life care, advocating for our services, and supervising volunteers. #jesschildlife #childlifemonth

Because when you work in pediatrics the whole family is your patient! All members of the healthcare team meet caregivers on either their worst, most stressful, or scariest day of their lives. CCLS role is to be a calming and supportive presence for the whole family. Our goal is to build trusting relationships so they that can better cope with the hospitalization and diagnosis. #jesschildlife #childlifemonth

CCLS are always reaching out to colleagues and organizations to learn new ways to help patients and families. Whether it’s a gap in service, an unfamiliar diagnosis, new techniques, new tools, new unit, etc. #jesschildlife #childlifemonth

One of the fun parts of the job is seeing kids play and expressing their emotions. From painting on paper, self-portraits, painting rocks, role play with dolls, etc. We give them the opportunity to express themselves in different ways. #jesschildlife #childlifemonth

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