Adolescent Behavioral Health Clinician – Group Care & Crisis

CINCINNATI CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide direct patient care in a team-based environment. You will support therapeutic outcomes by leading group activities, implementing token economies, and documenting observations.

The role involves crisis intervention, care planning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams; requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience, with a preferred bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of related work experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field (no experience required).

Responsibilities

• Milieu Management: Create a safe, stable and nurturing environment; use a token economy to reinforce positive behaviors; support patients with mood disorders, trauma and other conditions; respond to crises using Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
• Plan of Care: Implement individualized care plans and assist with activities of daily living; monitor observations and maintain designated observation status.
• Group Programming: Lead structured group activities and adapt delivery to developmental needs; observe behavior and participate in problem-solving.
• Therapeutic Relationships: Build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries and recognizing trauma impacts.
• Documentation: Complete shift notes, incident reports, safety checks; participate in shift reports and handoffs.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide direct patient care in a team-based environment. You will support therapeutic outcomes by leading group activities, implementing token economies, and documenting observations.

The role involves crisis intervention, care planning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams; requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience, with a preferred bachelor’s degree.