Pediatric Mental Health Specialist I

Pediatric Mental Health Specialist

We are looking for Pediatric Mental Health Specialists to work in our Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit (PBMU)! The Pediatric Mental Health Specialist position provides the opportunity to grow your career in the mental and behavioral health field by learning de-escalation skills and techniques, gaining an understanding of behaviors, building rapport, and problem solving.

PMHSs are coaches for our patients. PMHSs work directly with patients and help lead them through a series of scheduled activities, including skills groups. These groups promote healthy problem-solving, social, and coping skills that are developmentally appropriate for each age group.

PMHSs work with complex and acute psychiatric patients in a fast-paced environment, implementing interventions that promote a safe and therapeutic setting for patients, families, and staff.

The PBMU is an inpatient crisis stabilization unit where we treat children ages 317 who are in psychiatric crisis. Our 41-bed unit is split into three programs: Child, Adolescent, and the Biobehavioral Inpatient Program.

These positions require working a mix of day and evening shifts, as well as weekends. In this role, you will work a 0.9 FTE (72 hours per biweekly pay period).

Required Education and Experience BA or BS in psychosocial related field and/or equivalent education and direct experience Required Credentials Registration as a Nursing Assistant in Washington State within 6 months of employment. Basic Life Support (BLS). Safety Care certification (internal training) required within 3 months of hire and annually thereafter. Ukeru training required within 3 months of hire and annually thereafter. Preferred Experience working with children or adolescents in group settings. Preferred candidates will have bilingual skills.

Compensation Range $26.51 - $39.76 per hour This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Benefits Information Seattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website.

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