Evening Mental Health Specialist I

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children1s Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a compassionate care professional to perform basic supportive and trauma-informed nursing-assistive tasks under RN supervision within pediatric mental health. The role operates in the evening shift with a 0.6 FTE schedule and requires collaboration with the care team to implement treatment plans and ensure patient safety.

The candidate should have a high school diploma, current enrollment in a psychology/social work undergrad or equivalent

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current enrollment in and completion of half a Psychology, Social Work, or related undergraduate program, or equivalent experience, required.
• BLS, TCI, and First Aid certifications required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic supportive and trauma-informed care.
• Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans.
• Maintains safety through de-escalation and crisis intervention when needed.
• Acts as a resource on diagnoses, behavior plans, and protective equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nationwide Children1s Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a compassionate care professional to perform basic supportive and trauma-informed nursing-assistive tasks under RN supervision within pediatric mental health. The role operates in the evening shift with a 0.6 FTE schedule and requires collaboration with the care team to implement treatment plans and ensure patient safety.

The candidate should have a high school diploma, current enrollment in a psychology/social work undergrad or equivalent