Pediatric Mental Health Specialist I

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United States$26.51 - $39.76 per hourPart TimePediatrics

Job Description

About the Role

Join Seattle Children's as a Pediatric Mental Health Specialist I in United States. Provide age appropriate coaching and supervision to patients and families hospitalized on the Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit (PBMU). The PMHS's work is directed by Nursing Leaders or designee.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide age appropriate coaching and supervision to patients and families hospitalized on the Psychiatry and.
  • lead them through a series of scheduled activities including skills groups.
  • provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Hourly rate: $39.76/hr.

Work Schedule

  • Full-time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Seattle Children's as a Pediatric Mental Health Specialist I.

Key Skills

CoachingDe-escalationCrisis stabilizationBehavioral healthProblem solvingSocial skillsCoping skillsPatient supervisionPsychiatric careBasic Life SupportSafety CareUkeru trainingGroup facilitationNursing assistance

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in a psychosocial field and registration as a Nursing Assistant in Washington State within 6 months. Candidates must also obtain Basic Life Support, Safety Care, and Ukeru certifications.
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Position Insights

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

This Pediatrics position at Seattle Children's is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

Stated compensation: $26.51 - $39.76 per hour.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $40 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Coaching, De-escalation, Crisis stabilization, Behavioral health, Problem solving, Social skills, Coping skills, Patient supervision. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: Provide age-appropriate coaching and supervision to patients in the Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit. Lead patients through scheduled activities and skills groups to promote healthy coping and problem-solving techniques.

Benefits package: Medical plan, Dental plan, Vision plan, 403(b) retirement plan, Life insurance, Paid time off, Tuition reimbursement. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Seattle Children's

Hospitals and Health Care
Seattle, WA
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Benefits & Perks

Medical plan
Dental plan
Vision plan
403(b) retirement plan
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement

Job Details

Employment Type

Part Time

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