Mental Health Specialist

Cleveland Clinic • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

The Mental Health Specialist position at Cleveland Clinic's Fairview Hospital focuses on providing direct patient care in the Adolescent Psychiatry Unit. This role involves working with a multidisciplinary team to support children and adolescents experiencing behavioral health and mental health crises. The specialist will facilitate structured programming, assist in milieu management, and contribute to the therapeutic environment, ensuring a supportive and caring atmosphere for patients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a humanities field such as psychology, sociology, social work, or child development.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• NAPPI certification upon hire or complete within the new hire period.
• General knowledge of CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and related interventions.
• Knowledge of lifespan development, abnormal psychology, therapeutic processes, growth and development, behavioral management, and therapeutic relationships.
• Ability to relate professionally, ethically, and compassionately to patients, families, and caregivers.

Nice To Haves

• Mental health experience.
• Group facilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of an RN.
• Facilitate structured programming based on milieu needs of pediatric patients.
• Assist in milieu management.
• Plan and organize group programming, including gross motor, psycho-educational, and recreational groups.
• Provide a caring, warm environment for patients by setting clear boundaries and interacting supportively.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary treatment team by contributing clinical information and observations about patients.
• Communicate in a non-judgmental manner and use effective listening techniques.
• Document and describe patient behavior, interventions, and responses to interventions in Epic.

Benefits

• Supportive work environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Flexible scheduling options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees