Child life therapist vs life skills instructor

Differences between child life therapist and life skills instructor duties and responsibilities

Child life therapist example responsibilities.

• Train and experience at managing challenging classroom situations using CPI methods and positive behavior reinforcement practices.
• Work with clinical staff to implement clients' rehabilitation plans.
• Serve on interdisciplinary team responsible for the treatment of acute psychiatric and mentally-ill chemically-addict veterans on an acute unit.
• Attend CFT and IEP meetings for clients; advocate for client's best interest.
• Develop individual educational plans (IEP) design to promote educational, physical and social development.

Life skills instructor example responsibilities.

• Train and experience at managing challenging classroom situations using CPI methods and positive behavior reinforcement practices.
• Conduct classes to certify individuals in first aid, CPR, a, environmental emergencies, and pediatric asthma care.
• Teach lifesaving CPR, a (automate external defibrillator), and first aid courses for the medical and non-medical communities.
• Provide educational, residential, and support services for children and adolescents with development disabilities, including autism.
• Provide services to adolescents and adults requesting treatment and educational programs that have been diagnose with autism and behavior disorders.
• Provide leadership and direction to new and existing staff members; identify training development assuring that training/certification are obtained and maintain.