Child & Adolescent PHP Program Specialist — Crisis Care

Garfield Park Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield Park Hospital is seeking a Program Specialist for the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) serving children, adolescents, and adults. You will provide direct patient care, ensure a safe therapeutic milieu, and assist with daily living activities, crisis intervention, and program scheduling.

You will also participate in implementing treatment plans, support staff training, and collaborate with clinical teams to maintain quality care and compliance with hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required; degrees in psychology or related field preferred.
• Experience: 4–5 years in psychiatric patient population; 1 year in behavioral management.
• Certifications: BLS Provider and CPI required on orientation and kept active.
• Knowledge: psychiatric group processes, therapeutic relationships, development, behavior management.
• Staff must be flexible for reassignment across care units.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu.
• Deliver crisis intervention and support activities of daily living needs.
• Implement programs and assist with staff training and scheduling.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure quality care and policy compliance.
• Adapt to care for varied populations including children and adolescents.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Behavior management

BLS Certification

CPI Certification

Psychiatric care

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Garfield Park Hospital is seeking a Program Specialist for the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) serving children, adolescents, and adults. You will provide direct patient care, ensure a safe therapeutic milieu, and assist with daily living activities, crisis intervention, and program scheduling.

You will also participate in implementing treatment plans, support staff training, and collaborate with clinical teams to maintain quality care and compliance with hospital policies.