Pediatric Inpatient Behavioral Health Specialist

CINCINNATI CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist in Child Psychiatry at the College Hill Campus. The role involves direct patient care in a team-based setting, implementing therapeutic interventions, and documenting progress as part of inpatient behavioral health services.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of related experience; a Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related work experience (Required).
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred (experience not required).

Responsibilities

• Milieu Management: create a safe, nurturing environment and reinforce positive behaviors.
• Plan of Care: implement individualized care plans and assist with activities of daily living.
• Group Programming: lead structured group sessions and engage patients.
• Therapeutic Relationships: build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Documentation: complete shift notes, incident reports, and safety checks.

Skills

High empathy

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist in Child Psychiatry at the College Hill Campus. The role involves direct patient care in a team-based setting, implementing therapeutic interventions, and documenting progress as part of inpatient behavioral health services.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of related experience; a Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.