February 12, 2019

 

Director, Human Resources

“Hospital Name”

“Address”

Dear Hiring Manager,

RE: APPLICATION FOR CHILD LIFE SPECIALIST INTERNSHIP

I am writing to express the interest of working in your institution in the child life department. I have extensive experience in child life record tracking as well as research and mentoring. I believe I have the skills necessary to make a positive impact on this hospital.

Currently, I am a volunteer at Shrines Hospital for children whereby I work under Child Life Specialists. I work together with their parents and their families to make sure that the children receive the best care. This exposure has made e learn more about the patients with whom I interact most with at their bedside. Additionally, I am a volunteer at Make- A- Wish where I helpchildren document their wish and plan on delivering wish enhancements.

I also volunteer at the Painted Turtle which is an institution that handles children with chronic illnesses. My contribution was in empowering both the parents and children.I have training in Epilepsy First Aid, and I hold a Bachelor of Science in Family Consumer Science and Human Development. I am currently pursuing a Master of Science in Child Life at AzusaPacific University.

I possess strong communication skills and can work under minimum or no supervision. I can work in multicultural environments and can handle challenging tasks. I am passionate about working with children, so I am confident that this hospital is the most suitable place for me to practice my skills.

I am confident that I will make a positive impact on the lives of the children in the medical centre. Please do not hesitate to contact e if you need further clarification. Enclosed please find my resume for your consideration. Thank you,

Yours sincerely,

Brooke

Encl. Resume

 

 

 

Brooke

“Address”

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE                                                                                                                               

I am a compassionate professional with extensive experience working with children. I am dedicated to expanding knowledge and gaining practical experience in child life while focusing on assisting children coping with the challenges associated with hospitalization, illness, and disability. My expertise is in facilitating group activities, complex counselling sessions, therapy, and behavioural assessment.

EDUCATION                                                                                                                                                           

 

AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY

Master of Science in Child Life

Utah state university

Bachelor of Science in Family Consumer science & Human Development

AFFILIATIONS                                                                                                                                                       

 

ASSOCIATION OF CHILD LIFE PROFESSIONALS

2017–Present

NATIONAL DYSLEXIA ORGANIZATION

2015–Present

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE                                                                                                                           

 

American Preparatory academy

Kindergarten teacher and Group Instructor, 2017-2018

• I taught reading, mathematics, and spelling to kindergarten students.
• Created lesson plans, graded schoolwork, and developed a mathematics kindergarten curriculum for American Preparatory Academy.
• I handled behaviour modification.

 

Americorps

Program Director, Mentoring for Success Program,2016-2017

• Successfully oversaw reading programs in a Title 1 setting for refugee children.
• Established strategies to boost the behavioural and attendance improvement of children.
• Designed a program focused on encouraging and motivating children to participate in school proactively.

 

Utah state university

Research Assistant,2014-2016

• Assisting the research manager in ensuring that the research is carried out effectively as well as in project management
• Delivering research projects and curriculum creation

 

VOLUNTEER                                                                                                                                                           

 

Valley Children’s Hospital

Patient Pall, 2018

• Selected age-appropriate activities for patients at the bedside. Supported Child Life Team within playroom, playground, and classroom activities
• Volunteered in Emergency Department Level II Pediatric Trauma Center & Inpatient in supervision of Child Life Team members for 121 hours

 

SHRINES HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN

• Cooperating with patients and their families to ensure that they receive the best care
• Interact with patients when waiting for procedures
• Assist in organizing events carried out in the hospital

 

ADOPTION ARC

2005-2006

• Provided support to orphanage children in summer programs.
• Assisted with daily camps while working with children to relieve anxiety.
• Traveled to Ivanovo, Russia orphanages while offering assistance in organizing the camps for the children.

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