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Kindel Leben 123-‐456-‐7890 | [email protected]| linkedin.com/in/kindelleben
EDUCATION M.S. Child Development with a concentration in Child Life Anticipated May 2019 University of Barbossa, Bloomington OH • GPA: 3.65/4.00
B.A. Early Childhood Education with an emphasis in Child Development Grinadette College, Chicago IL CHILD LIFE EXPERIENCE Child Life Intern January 2018 – Present Memorial Children’s Hospital, Chicago IL • Mastering core competencies of a child life specialist through 500+ hours of supervised application in oncology,
emergency, surgery, cardiology and outpatient departments • Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team daily through rounds, charting, and emailing. • Created a 25+ page school re-‐entry resource for patients facing chronic illness; resource considered needs of the
patient, family, classroom teacher and classroom students to promote unity and education for all • Administered procedural support, diagnosis education, psychological preparation, therapeutic activities, and
medical play for every age group (infant to adolescent) • Managed nine events involving hundreds of patients and hospital special guests (celebrities and nonprofit groups) Child Life Practicum Student August 2018 – December 2018 Sunshine Children’s Hospital, Winfield IL • Produced 3 NICU pamphlets for hospital staff use; focusing on family-‐centered care, coping with separation anxiety
and sibling bonding • Coordinated appointments for 70+ patients and families for professional photography at annual oncology party • Implemented new therapeutic activities designed for elementary and teen age groups at bedside and in playroom • Increased knowledge of developmentally appropriate assessments and interventions through 50+ hours of
observations
Child Life Volunteer August 2016 – December 2017 Wheaton Children’s Hospital, Wheaton IL • Accrued 190+ hours volunteering in the in-‐patient pediatric unit and pediatric intensive care unit • Facilitated weekly playroom activities to encourage socialization, normalcy and developmentally appropriate play • Engaged children in developmentally appropriate play activities at bedside; promoting mastery, control and self-‐
expression • Assisted the child life team with three large scale events (300+ attendees), monthly nonprofit visits and annual
holiday celebrations Hospital Caregiver Summer 2017 Colorado Memorial Hospital, Colorado Springs, CO • Served 50+ hours in assisting nursing staff in the Registration, Mother/Baby, and Perioperative departments • Conducted surveys with every admitted adult patient to assess their quality of care with nursing staff and provided
results to hospital leadership RELATED EXPERIENCE Intake Counselor and Therapeutic Liaison October 2015 – December 2017 Crisis Nursery of Chicago, West Chicago IL • Partnered with families in crisis to determine goals and identify resources to minimize their stress
• Developed individual and whole group therapeutic interventions for children ages 4-‐12; producing a safe and nurturing environment
• Supervised and empowered students and volunteers to connect with the children in crisis and experience personal growth in their skills
Full-‐Time Student Teaching Intern Summer 2016 Grinadette College, Chicago IL • Designed and taught 5+ hours of lessons per day, which included accommodations for ELL students and students
with exceptionalities and disabilities • Communicated and collaborated with staff and parents to ensure quality care and instruction • Managed classroom behaviors by developing and initiating positive disciplines and reinforcements (i.e. sticker
charts, clip charts and monetary systems)
MEMBERSHIPS AND SKILLS • Able to write and speak in Spanish • Competent using Epic and Mosaic charting software • Association of Child Life Professionals Member Present • Chicagoland Association of Child Life Professionals Member Present