Program Specialist I Inpatient

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Summary:

The Program Specialist I assumes the primary caretaker role for inpatient psychiatric patients ages pre-K through adolescents. This includes supporting them in activities of daily living maintaining a safe environment and the management of harmful behaviors. The Program Specialist I also participates in crisis intervention teaching group process and will be on call as needed.

Education:

• High school Diploma

• Experience in inpatient or partial hospital psychiatric treatment preferred

• Pediatric experience preferred

Certification/Licensure:

• CPI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention - Units 1-7 & 9-10 plus the CPI Childrens Control Position from Unit 8 or must be completed within 60 days of start date

• If hired at CSC- Heartsaver CPR and CSC SCM training must be completed within 60 days of start date
  

NOTE: Cook Childrens can help new hires obtain the above licensure/certifications but they still MUST be obtained within 60 days of start date.

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