Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital is seeking a Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist to support licensed staff in facilitating therapy and interventions for children and families. This hybrid position involves conducting mental health screenings, crisis interventions, and case management to promote resilience and stabilization. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree, relevant certifications, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• QBHS certification upon hire is mandatory.
• Completion of NCH endorsed Crisis Management Training is required.

Responsibilities

• Supports licensed providers in administering mental health screenings.
• Facilitates crisis interventions and care coordination under supervision.
• Provides follow-up and short-term case management.

Skills

Behavioral health interventions

Case management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sensitivity

Empathy

Professionalism

Sound judgment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

QBHS certification

Crisis Management Training

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Overview

Hybrid Position: QBHS will complete CANS screenings for families interested in linking with OhioRISE. At least two evenings until 6pm required. Integrated with Outpatient Psychiatry, Outpatient therapy, and Care Management to support treatment goals. QBHS will also support the Care Management Clinician through delegated tasks such as outreach, follow-up, resource verification, SDOH screenings, group support, and transition support.

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance are required. Must pass a motor vehicle background check and meet driving qualifications set by Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Job Summary

Supports licensed staff to facilitate therapy and interventions with children and families, assisting with psychiatric and behavioral health concerns. Provides skill building, psychoeducation, support, linkage, and referral interventions to promote resilience, independence, and stabilization of youth and families.

Essential Functions

1. Supports licensed providers in administering mental health screenings.
2. Facilitates crisis interventions, care coordination, safety planning, and group support under supervision.
3. Provides follow-up, short-term case management, symptom monitoring, and safety de-escalation.
4. Collaborates with team members, healthcare providers, and families to implement treatment plans.
5. Assists in building skills, social supports, and accessing resources.
6. Completes documentation per standards.
7. Maintains professional training and research familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (required).
• QBHS certification upon hire (required).
• Completion of NCH endorsed Crisis Management Training (required).
• Skills in behavioral health interventions and case management.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity, empathy, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Family-centered care principles.

Experience

One year of mental health services with children and adolescents preferred.

Physical Requirements

Occasional, frequent, and continuous physical activities as detailed, including driving, lifting, and working outdoors.