Behav Htlh Facil - Behavioral Safety Team

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center • Cincinnati, OH

451d • $48,568 - $59,197

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Facilitator at Cincinnati Children's Hospital plays a crucial role in managing patient care within the Behavioral Safety Team. This part-time position focuses on implementing therapeutic milieu and group programming, ensuring a safe environment for patients, and providing leadership and support to staff. The facilitator is responsible for patient observation, crisis management, and family interaction, all while promoting a holistic approach to children's health.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in patient observation.
• Knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses and developmental levels.

Responsibilities

• Function as behavioral/milieu leader to ensure implementation of therapeutic milieu and group programming.
• Oversee shift-to-shift application of individualized programming and coaching of staff during crisis events.
• Manage patient care across various settings and adapt milieu to manage disruptive behaviors.
• Design and evaluate creative therapeutic programming based on evidence-based practice interventions.
• Educate and precept new staff, ensuring work areas are safe and ready for activities.
• Monitor patient locations and risk levels, alerting nursing staff to any mental status changes.
• Lead in making shift assignments and assigning daily tasks including patient observation checks.
• Participate in treatment rounds and facilitate staff participation consistent with patient assignments.
• Ensure materials/resources are available for group activities and manage resources effectively.
• Encourage patient participation in family meetings and address customer service concerns promptly.
• Provide coaching to staff on engaging with patients and implementing positive reinforcement systems.
• Develop group topics and educate new staff on group leadership skills, adapting groups to patient needs.
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
• Work with the Code Violet Response Team to manage crises effectively on the unit.
• Facilitate family education regarding treatment options and communicate effectively with parents.

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree