Behavioral Health Specialist , part-time

Overview

Behavioral Health Specialist (full-time or part-time) at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.

Posted details indicate application status and timelines are dynamic for applicants.

• Implementing a token economy to reinforce positive behaviors, promote skill-building, and support progress toward discharge goals.
• Providing direct patient care in a medical setting and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes.
• Implementing individualized patient care plans and documenting behavioral observations.
• Establishing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for youth in crisis.
• Plan of Care:
  Implement individualized care plans, including behavioral interventions and support for activities of daily living (bathing, feeding, toileting). Maintain designated observation status (e.g., continuous observation, 15-minute checks, remaining within arm’s-length of patient). Receive Delegation from RN for Medical Care (Vitals, ADL, I/O).
• Therapeutic Relationships:
  Build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries. Recognize trauma impacts and use developmentally appropriate therapeutic communication. Contribute to team planning and patient-centered care discussions.
• Documentation:
  Complete accurate and timely documentation, including shift notes, incident documentation (e.g., restraint, seclusion), and safety checks. Summarize what happens before and after target behaviors. Actively participate in shift reports, safe handoff procedures, and data collection.

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or equivalent AND 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Psychology, Special Education, Criminal Justice) and experience working with children

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Burnet Campus
• Schedule:
  
  Part time
• Shift: 2-3 Shift (United States of America)
• Department: SRU Clinical Support Team
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• FTE: 1
• Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  40
• Expected Starting Pay Range: $21.00 - $24.40

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
• Support through Employee Resource Groups
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
• Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability