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JUNIOR LEVEL

Interview Questions for Child Life Specialist

How do you handle feedback and criticism from colleagues or supervisors?

How do you ensure confidentiality when working with children and families?

How do you stay updated on medical terminology and hospital procedures?

Give an example of a time when you provided emotional support and empathy to a child or family.

Give an example of a time when you had to be flexible in your therapeutic planning.

Describe a time when you had to adapt your approach in order to effectively communicate with a child with special needs.

How do you interact with children of different age groups and developmental levels?

How would you advocate for the needs of a child who may be hesitant to speak up?

How would you support families in understanding the emotional needs of their child?

How do you prioritize your tasks and manage your time effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment?

Describe a time when you planned and conducted activities to meet the needs of hospitalized children and adolescents.

How do you ensure accurate documentation of your interactions and the progress of children under your care?

Describe a time when you worked as part of a multidisciplinary team. What was your role and how did you contribute?

What strategies do you use to assist children in coping with medical challenges?

Describe a time when you utilized therapeutic play to help a child understand a medical procedure.

What experience do you have working with children in a healthcare setting?

Describe a challenging situation you faced while working with children and how you handled it.

Tell us about your experience completing a child life internship and how it prepared you for this role.

How do you maintain professionalism and boundaries in your interactions with children and families?

Give an example of a time when you had to handle a highly emotional situation while working with children.

How do you build rapport and gain trust with children and families?

What steps do you take to ensure the safety and well-being of children in your care?

How do you demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills in your work?

Give an example of a time when you collaborated with a healthcare team to advocate for a child's best interest.

How would you provide psychological preparation for a child undergoing a test or surgery?

Describe a time when you used your creativity to develop a unique therapeutic plan for a child.

What steps do you take to ensure your own emotional well-being while working in a clinical setting?

Give an example of a time when you went above and beyond to meet the needs of a child and their family.

How would you assess the needs of children and families in order to provide appropriate interventions?

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