Behavioral Health Specialist, Burnet ED

Behavioral Health Specialist – Emergency Department (Burnet ED) Expected Starting Salary Range: $21.00 – $24.05 Location/Unit: Emergency Department (Burnet Campus) Shift/Hours/FTE: Day Shift – 32 hrs weekly – 0.8 FTE Benefits Eligibility: Full-Time Benefits Eligible Key Responsibilities Provide direct behavioral support to patients presenting in acute psychiatric or behavioral crisis within a fast-paced, high-acuity ED environment. Collaborate closely with nurses, providers, social work, and psychiatry to ensure safe, coordinated care. Monitor and respond to changing patient behaviors in real time across multiple rooms or care areas. Maintain a safe, structured environment for multiple patients simultaneously, using proactive behavioral management strategies similar to classroom-style management. Observe and document patient behavior to support clinical decision-making and disposition planning. Behavioral Support & Safety Management Provide continuous behavioral monitoring and support for patients in crisis. Maintain safety for multiple patients at once using proactive behavioral management and de-escalation techniques. Apply Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) strategies, including verbal de-escalation and physical interventions when necessary. Anticipate and intervene early with escalating behaviors to minimize risk. Conduct safety checks, patient observations, and environmental rounding. Plan of Care Execution Implement components of individualized behavioral care plans. Support basic patient needs and comfort measures. Maintain ordered observation levels and adhere to safety protocols. Adapt approach based on patient acuity and volume. Patient Engagement & Behavioral Management Use structured communication and limit-setting to manage behavior across multiple patients simultaneously. Balance competing patient needs and priorities. Build rapport quickly while maintaining professional boundaries. Apply trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate interventions. Documentation & Communication Complete timely and accurate documentation. Communicate behavioral updates to the care team. Participate in shift handoffs and team huddles. Qualifications Required: High school diploma or equivalent. 2 years of experience in a related field. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, education, or related field. Experience in emergency department, psychiatric, behavioral health, education (classroom management), or patient care technician roles. Familiarity with crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, or behavior management techniques strongly preferred. Schedule & Location Primary Location: Burnet Campus. Schedule: Full time. Shift: Day. Employee Status: Regular.

FTE: 0.8.

Weekly Hours: 32. Equal Employment Opportunity Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center