TAYLOR HOBBS
Grapevine,Texas
Summary
Child life specialist with extensive experience strengthening emotional resilience through therapeutic support, family coping, and patient-centered programming. Conducts developmental assessments, prepares individuals for procedures, and collaborates across teams to guide care plans and reduce anxiety. Builds volunteer and community partnerships to support engagement, events, and supportive environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Child Life Specialist
Childrens Medical Center of Plano
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to assess and address the psychosocial, developmental, and emotional needs of pediatric patients and their families.
- Facilitate therapeutic play interventions, coping strategies, and developmentally appropriate preparation for medical procedures to reduce anxiety, promote understanding, and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated in creating and developing a Child Life Practicum Program, establishing program structure, student selection processes, educational objectives, and clinical learning experiences for future child life professionals.
- Serve as a mentor for new hires, providing onboarding, training, and ongoing professional support.
- Built and maintain relationships with community organizations to support programming and engagement opportunities for pediatric patients and families. Plan, coordinate, and facilitate hospital-wide events and special programs, collaborating with community partners, donors, volunteers, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient and family experiences.
Child Life Specialist
Baylor Scott and White
Grapevine, Texas
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided pre- and post-bereavement support for families to foster healing and resilience.
- Provided psychosocial support to patients and families through interventions that strengthened coping mechanisms.
- Facilitated medical play and preparation for patients and families in palliative care to enhance understanding and reduce anxiety.
Child Life Specialist
Childrens Medical Center of Dallas
09.2008 - 03.2022
- Prepared and supported patients for various procedures to build coping strategies.
- Facilitated developmentally appropriate play for patients and families to support emotional and social development.
- Promoted family-centered care through active engagement with families and collaboration with healthcare providers.
- Planned and coordinated camps for various populations.
- Provided orientation and supervision to volunteers.
Child Life Specialist
Our Childrens House at Baylor - Dallas
02.2007 - 09.2008
- Assessed and supported growth and development to enhance coping skills throughout hospitalization.
- Organized and led toddler group sessions to support social development.
- Planned and implemented community re-entry programs to facilitate smooth transitions for patients.
- Provided education and resources for parents and members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Attended weekly care conference and coordinated special events, including holiday and birthday celebrations, to promote emotional well-being and social engagement.
Education
Master of Science - Gerontology
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-2015
Bachelor of Science - Child Life
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2005
Skills
Timeline
Senior Child Life Specialist
Childrens Medical Center of Plano
03.2023 - Current
Child Life Specialist
Baylor Scott and White
03.2022 - 02.2023
Child Life Specialist
Childrens Medical Center of Dallas
09.2008 - 03.2022
Child Life Specialist
Our Childrens House at Baylor - Dallas
02.2007 - 09.2008
Master of Science - Gerontology
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science - Child Life
East Carolina University