Mental Health Specialist I — Evening/Weekend Shift

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc. seeks a Behavioral Health Support Associate to provide basic supportive care under supervision. The role focuses on therapeutic relationships, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with nurses for patient safety and care plans.

Requirements include a high school diploma and current enrollment in psychology or related undergrad. BLS, TCI, and First Aid certifications are required within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current enrollment in and completion of half a Psychology, Social Work, or related undergraduate program, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Participates with the interdisciplinary team in specialized patient care.
• Cares for patient assignment as delegated.
• Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Provides trauma-informed care and uses positive reinforcement.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans.
• Acts as a resource to unit staff on diagnoses, behavior plans, and crisis management.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Undergraduate psychology/social work enrollment

Job description

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc. seeks a Behavioral Health Support Associate to provide basic supportive care under supervision. The role focuses on therapeutic relationships, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with nurses for patient safety and care plans.

Requirements include a high school diploma and current enrollment in psychology or related undergrad. BLS, TCI, and First Aid certifications are required within 90 days.