Youth Behavioral Health Specialist II — Trauma-Informed Care

Bradley Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradley Hospital in Rhode Island seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist II to care for children and adolescents as part of an interdisciplinary team. You will help shape the daily schedule, implement the therapeutic milieu, and document progress under a Registered Nurse.

Role model core hospital values and collaborate with colleagues. The role requires six months to one year of direct childcare experience, Safety Care and BLS certifications, and a willingness to learn advanced clinical skills in a

Qualifications

• Six months to one year of direct childcare work with similar populations.
• Safety Care Certification as required for psychiatric care.
• Current BLS certification as required for safety and care.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the milieu as delegated by the Charge RN and reports variations.
• Functions independently in demonstrated areas of competence in the delivery of childcare.
• Uses safe, effective crisis management techniques.
• Suggests innovative changes to improve milieu care on the unit.
• Develops understanding of trauma and demonstrates empathetic, nonjudgmental attitude toward children and families.
• Organizes therapeutic unit activities and supports BHS I learning.
• Provides guidance and role modeling to less-senior staff.
• Orients new BHS I under the direction of the CNM.
• Reports peer concerns to charge RN/ANM/CNM immediately.
• Communicates assertively and respectfully on issues of concern.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Safety Care Certification

BLS certification

Job description

Bradley Hospital in Rhode Island seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist II to care for children and adolescents as part of an interdisciplinary team. You will help shape the daily schedule, implement the therapeutic milieu, and document progress under a Registered Nurse.

Role model core hospital values and collaborate with colleagues. The role requires six months to one year of direct childcare experience, Safety Care and BLS certifications, and a willingness to learn advanced clinical skills in a