Behavioral Health Specialist, Adolescent Psychiatry at Cincinnati Children's

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Mar, 26

Salary

24.05

Posted On

07 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Team Collaboration, Patient Care, Documentation, Group Programming, Milieu Management, Therapeutic Communication, Safety Checks, Positive Reinforcement, Individualized Care Plans, Problem Solving, Rapport Building, Behavioral Observations, Skill Building, Patient Engagement

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Behavioral Health Specialist, Adolescent Psychiatry Expected Starting Salary Range: $21.00 - $24.05 Location/Unit: College Hill – Adolescent Department PA3.200 Shift/Hours/FTE: Evening - 32 hrs weekly - 0.8 FTE Benefits Eligibility: Full-Time Benefits Eligible Behavioral Health Specialist - A Day in the Life Working as a Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, you will enjoy: Leading and co-leading group programming to support therapeutic outcomes. Implementing a token economy to reinforce positive behaviors, promote skill-building, and support progress toward discharge goals. Providing direct patient care in a team-based 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. A state-of-the-art mental health facility that opened in October 2023! Job Responsibilities Milieu Management: Create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment that fosters support and consistency. Implement a token economy to reinforce positive behaviors. Support patients with a variety of severe psychological/psychiatric difficulties, including mood disorders, disruptive/aggressive behavior, self-harm, anxiety, psychosis, eating disorders, intellectual disability and neurodevelopmental disorders who often have histories including significant psychosocial stressors and trauma. Proactively prevent and respond to crises using Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) strategies, including verbal de-escalation and physical interventions when necessary due to imminent risk. Lead and intervene in behavioral crises, apply appropriate strategies based on the Stress Model of Crisis and individualized treatment plans. Conduct safety checks, room searches, and patient safety searches. Follow policies and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team. Plan of Care: Implement individualized care plans, including behavioral interventions and support for activities of daily living (bathing, feeding, toileting). Provide care primarily in group settings, with individualized programming as needed per treatment team recommendations. Maintain designated observation status (e.g., continuous observation, 15-minute checks, remaining within arm’s-length of patient). Group Programming: Lead structured group programming and facilitate patient engagement; adjust delivery to meet developmental needs of patients, observe behavior and participate in problem-solving 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. Qualifications Required: High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline OR Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field (experience not required but preferred) Primary Location College Hill Campus Schedule Full time Shift Evening (United States of America) Department PA3.200 Adolescent Inpatient Employee Status Regular FTE 0.8 Weekly Hours 32 *Expected Starting Pay Range *Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $21.00 - $25.72 Market Leading Benefits Including*: Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here. 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 such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group Physical and mental health wellness programs Relocation assistance available for qualified positions *Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type About Us 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: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request. Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be 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 Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be 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 Completion of Application You will be asked to fully complete each page of the application to the best of your knowledge. Failure to complete all parts of the application will result in a delay in processing and/or rejection of the application. Need Assistance or Accommodation? Assistance with Application: For assistance or technical support, email applicationassistance@cchmc.org. Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. If you require an accommodation in the application process, email applicationassistance@cchmc.org.

Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Specialist will lead group programming and implement individualized care plans to support adolescents with severe psychological difficulties. They will also create a safe environment and document behavioral observations.