Pediatric Behavioral Health Associate — Night Shift

Children's Hospital of Michigan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Detroit seeks a Behavioral Health support professional to provide essential patient care under RN supervision and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. You will engage in one-to-one interactions with patients requiring intensive care and participate in group teaching and activities.

The role emphasizes monitoring patient status, documenting observations, and supporting treatment, including courtroom-related processes when needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to assess acutely ill patients and ensure milieu safety.
• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Read, understand, and apply behavioral observations in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one patient interaction and care.
• Facilitate group teaching and sessions.
• Observe patients for suicidal or homicidal intent and medication effects.
• Assist with restraint and seclusion procedures and with physical exams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Group facilitation

Observation & assessment

Clerical skills

Stress management

Education

Two years of college study in behavioral health

Bachelor's degree in behavioral health

Job description

Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Detroit seeks a Behavioral Health support professional to provide essential patient care under RN supervision and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. You will engage in one-to-one interactions with patients requiring intensive care and participate in group teaching and activities.

The role emphasizes monitoring patient status, documenting observations, and supporting treatment, including courtroom-related processes when needed.