Child Psych Specialist - Variable - Every other Weekend/40 hrs.

DescriptionResponsible for the implementation of nursing care for a child or group of children and their families from admission through discharge, under the direct supervision of the registered nurse.QualificationsMinimum Education:Bachelor's Degree is required, preference given to degrees in psychology or other human services field (Required)Minimum Work Experience:Willing to train applicants with some mental health work experience, one to six months of related experience working with children in a healthcare, educational, or recreational setting (preferred)Required Skills/Knowledge:Display calm, accepting, problem solving attitude with patients and families.Required Licenses and Certifications:Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required)Functional Accountabilities:Implement Therapeutic Milieu:Implement schedule of activities.Co-lead/lead patient groups.Implement individual Treatment Plans.Implement time outs and seclusion protocols.Maintain safety for patients, families and staff through continuous assessment and vigilant adherence to all safety protocols and plans.Assists patients with ADLs:Assist with general hygiene, rest, activity, and nourishment.Work with patients to foster developmentally appropriate self care.Provide appropriate classroom accommodations for children with physical disabilities.Administer care to the medically ill child under the supervision of a registered nurse.Administers educational services to all children and adolescents hospitalized on the inpatient psychiatric unit:Administer educational assessments.Provide individualized assignments for the patients based on their academic levels.Administer unit behavioral protocols in the classroom setting.Safety:

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