Behavioral Health Specialist full-time, part-time, SRU Float Pool

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to support youth in crisis on the SRU Clinical Support Team.

Part-time and full-time shifts are available, with evenings and night shifts possible. The role involves implementing behavioral plans, direct patient care, and close collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent AND 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, e.g., Psychology, special education, criminal justice, etc.

Responsibilities

• Plan of Care: Implement individualized care plans with behavioral interventions and support activities of daily living; maintain observation status and receive delegation from RN for medical care.
• Therapeutic Relationships: Build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries and using developmentally appropriate therapeutic communication.
• Documentation: Complete accurate and timely documentation, including shift notes and safety checks; participate in handoffs and data collection.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

• Expected Starting Pay Range $21.00 - $25.72
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Department

SRU Clinical Support Team

Shift

2-3 Shift (United States of America)

Schedule

Part time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

• Expected Starting Pay Range $21.00 - $25.72
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Job Responsibilities

Working as a Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, you will enjoy:

• 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.

Part-time and Full Time available

Evenings and Night Shifts available

Job Responsibilities

• 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, I.E. Psychology, special education, criminal justice, etc. and experience working with children.

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 atop 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'sAmerica's Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican 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.

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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