Child & Adolescent PHP Program Specialist

Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Program Specialist to provide direct patient care in a safe, therapeutic milieu. The role includes crisis intervention, activities of daily living support, and implementing programs with scheduled training and staffing coordination.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma with advanced degrees preferred and BLS CPI certifications. Experience with pediatric psychiatric populations is required, with flexibility for unit reassignment as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required. Associate's/Bachelor's/Master's in Psychology or related field strongly preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: BLS Provider certification through the American Heart Association and CPI certification required upon completion of orientation.
• Knowledge: Understanding of psychiatric group processes and behavior management.
• Experience: 4–5 years experience with psychiatric populations; 1 year with behavior management of child/adolescent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a safe, therapeutic milieu.
• Perform crisis intervention and support activities of daily living.
• Implement programs, training and manage the schedule.

Skills

Crisis intervention

BLS Provider certification

CPI certification

Behavior management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field

Master’s Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Program Specialist to provide direct patient care in a safe, therapeutic milieu. The role includes crisis intervention, activities of daily living support, and implementing programs with scheduled training and staffing coordination.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma with advanced degrees preferred and BLS CPI certifications. Experience with pediatric psychiatric populations is required, with flexibility for unit reassignment as needed.