Apply for Job Job ID92427 LocationAurora, Colorado Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Add to Favorite Jobs Why Work at Children's.... Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different. Job Overview The Behavioral Health Specialist is responsible for direct patient care, safety, supervision and management of children and adolescents with identified behavioral health needs within diverse environments such as emergency services, medical units, and behavioral health programs. Performs duties under the direction of a licensed professional and implements behavioral treatment plans. Works alongside clinical professionals to provide a safe, supportive, and trauma informed environment. Additional Information Department Name: Inpatient Job Status: 36hrs FT Shift: Days, Shifts will vary based on dept needs Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in psychology, social services, human services, education, biology, neuroscience or related field. Equivalency: Four (4) years of direct professional experience or a combination of direct professional experience and college credits in a related field of study, may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree. (30 college credits = 1 year of experience). Certification(s): Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR certification. Must obtain de-escalation training certification offered by CHCO within 90 days of h *This position may require a BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find an appropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) from organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is AHA approved, will not be accepted.* http://ahainstructornetwork.americanheart.org/AHAECC/classConnector.j sp?pid=ahaecc.classconnector.home Responsibilities POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Infancy - >30 days to 1yr Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs School age - >5yrs to 13yrs Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Provides direct patient care and management of children and adolescents while under the direction o a licensed professional, ensuring a positive, supportive, and structured environment.Intervenes and escalates safety concerns through appropriate channels. Maintains therapeutic rapport, unconditional positive regard, and a non-punitive approach with patients independent of patient behaviors. Leads, monitors and collaborates on educational and therapeutic milieu groups for patients per unit expectations. Implements individual treatment plans and monitors treatment progress. Maintains accurate and timely clinical records consistent with CHCO and regulatory standards; ensures proper documentation of patient progress;... For full info follow application link. Equal Employment Opportunity It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin,