Job Description:

The Pediatric Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS), under the direction and supervision of the treatment team, provides direct therapeutic contact to patients through the delivery of specific groups designed to address the core psychological vulnerabilities which commonly lead to patients entering crisis. This role is furthered by providing individual, ad-hoc supportive contacts to patients that focus on validating negative feelings, offering strategies for coping, building self-esteem, development of skills, and assessment of immediate risk to self and others.

Essential Functions

Leads or co-leads educational and/or didactic groups.Ensures a positive and safe milieu by role-modeling prosocial attitudes, providing platforms for positively engaged patients to do the same, strategically managing negative influences on the milieu.In collaboration with the treatment team, participates in the overall environment of care, including safety interventions, patient care needs, assisting with ADL’s and self-directed resources.Takes initiative to improve the work environment and guide others toward resolving problems/treatment questions. May assist in mentoring and/or orientation of new caregivers and students.Aligns with the Intermountain Operating Model and continuous improvement practices including idea escalation, unit project coordination, and change management.Maintains high standards of professionalism and sets the example for patients and other caregivers by modeling appropriate and positive behaviors and coaching peers and patients in real time.Completes timely and accurate documentation of groups, patient care interventions, and observations.May provide more direct observation of acutely unsafe patients in collaboration with the treatment team and charge nurse, including instances when assigned to act as a 1:1.

Skills

Patient SafetyCommunicationLeadership BehaviorsProblem SolvingCoachingSkill DevelopmentEmpathy and Emotional Intelligence

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providersDemonstrated relevant work experience in a behavioral health or similar setting and ability to demonstrate all BHS job essentials.

Preferred Qualifications

 Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or family studies.6 months relevant work experience in a behavioral health or similar setting and ability to demonstrate all BHS job essentials.

Physical Requirements:

Location:

Primary Childrens at Wasatch Canyons

Work City:

Salt Lake City

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$18.66 - $25.33

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

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Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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