Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist II - Nationwide Children's Hospital

Responsible for performing basic supportive, Trauma Informed care to specified patients/families under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention and assistance with activities of daily living. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN but does not interpret data. Demonstrates proficiency in providing age-appropriate, Trauma Informed care and service for pediatric patients.

Schedule: 3rd shift only

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Clinical:

• Participates with the interdisciplinary team in specialized patient care. Cares patient assignment as delegated by the registered nurse. Provides Trauma Informed Care, utilizes positive reinforcement and operates within a therapeutic relationship, maintains staff and patient safety through de-escalation, limit setting, and physical interventions. Acts as a resource to unit staff regarding diagnoses, behavior plans, relationship based care, protective equipment, crisis management etc.a. Demonstrates proficiency in identification of and records relevant information for the most common diagnostic groups including:i. Major Depression (with and without psychotic features).ii. Bipolar Affective Disorder (including manic, depressed and mixed episode).iii. Psychotic Disorder (Including Schizophrenia & Subtypes)iv. Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders.v. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.vi. Autism Spectrum Disorders.vii. Intermittent Explosive Disorder.b. Effectively establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and families on the unit including but not limited to effective communication and education. c. Utilizes Trauma Informed Care philosophies when interacting with patients and families. While Displays collaborative communication, self awareness, empathy, critical thinking skills. d. Implement behavioral interventions in the inpatient setting utilizing principles of Relationship Based Care. Mitigate behaviors. e. Develops, and facilitates groups based on the therapeutic and developmental needs of the patients Coaches peers in the development of group facilitation skills. Reinforces teaching of symptom management, f. Assists with admission & discharge process as directed by unit RN. Partners with RN to provide support and monitor for changes in patient status; active role in safe handoff and shift report,. Completes unit/room orientation; reinforces information given to patients and caregivers. Conduct environmental safety checks.g. Utilizes therapeutic, Trauma Informed intervention techniques before, during and after the time of crisis to support safe patient de-escalation.h. Assists with physical crisis intervention techniques and physical restraint during specific crisis situations per NCH policy. Responds to codes and acts as a resource i. Monitors milieu, environment safety, patient safety and engages patient on the unit throughout the entire shift. Manages the milieu setting utilizing structure, planning and support.j. Accurately completes shift charting including data collection and care provided. Accurately links documentation to patient's plan of care.
• Provides basic supportive care such as hygiene and mobility
• Role responsibilities and accountable for: Accepts delegation from RN/Care Manager. Demonstrates time and resource management. Demonstrates appropriate use of hospital resources:a. Incidental personal use of NCH information systems (including the telephone) is permissible so long as the usage does not interfere with job performance, does not deny other users access to the system resources, does not incur significant costs, and is allowed by the department head or manager.b. Users may not use computing resources for their own personal or financial gain. Viewing materials that are obscene, objectionable or that put NCH at undue risk is prohibited unless it is a documented part of the user?s duties and approved by the manager or department head.
• Follows hospital policies and procedures.
• Follows HIPPA Guidelines
• Participates in unit/program/area quality improvement activities and committees.
• Performs general unit tasks (answers phone, call lights, admission/discharge functions, etc.)

Environmental:

• Performs regular checks of the patient environment to maintain safety.
• Assists unit in maintaining Joint Commission readiness (keeping hallways clear, linen carts covered etc).
• Completes unit specific environmental duties as assigned.

Educational:

• Acts as a preceptor of orientation and training of other Mental Health Technician (MHT) staff.
• Provides peer input for performance appraisals at the request of the manager or RN.
• Identifies own learning needs, seek assistance and attend educational programs as needed.
• Attends annual/mandatory in-services within designation time frame.
• Participates in educational activities offered by the unit/area/division.

Interpersonal:

• Must be able to maintain therapeutic and professional demeanor during all patient and family interactions. . Must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions such as noise, conversation and foot traffic. Must be flexible and not easily frustrated in dealing with differences of opinion.
• Provides age-appropriate care (based on growth and development principles) to patients and families.
• Participates as a member of the patient care team by assisting others.
• Participates in unit conferences as requested.
• Within role expectations, meets the standards of patient care and performs within the policies and procedures of Children's Hospital, Inc. and the Division of Patient Care Services.
• Demonstrates promptness and consistency in meeting scheduled work commitments.
• Demonstrates appropriate team work.
• Demonstrates organizational skills.
• Perform other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• One year of comparable experience in a hospital setting within the past 3 years.
• Bachelors or Master's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Education, Criminal Justice, or related field required; or six years of equivalent experience
• Good written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Neat appearance, good grooming and professional manner.
• Must be CPR trained (American Heart Association CPR for Family and Friends) course or Health Care Provider course or Red Cross equivalent.
• Must successfully complete organization specific crisis management training.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to see, hear, stand, walk, speak, read, and perform basic math calculations (add, subtract, multiply and divide), and perform manual tasks with or without accommodation, and care for oneself with little or no difficulty.
• Applies the principles of body mechanics in lifting or moving patients and/or equipment.
• Must be able to independently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet