Mental Health Specialist I - Psychiatric Crisis Department (Days)

Nationwide Children's Hospital

1 day ago

United StatesStarts at $20Part TimePsychiatry

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Nationwide Children's Hospital as a Mental Health Specialist I - Psychiatric Crisis Department (Days) in United States. Overview: Additional Job Description Day Shift: (7:00am-3:30pm) 32 Hours per week available (0.8 FTE) 24 Hours per week available (0.

Key Responsibilities

is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet" The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it.

When you meet our patient families, you believe it.

Requirements

10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11

20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21

40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41

60 lbs, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0

Benefits & Compensation

informed care, utilizes positive reinforcement and operates within a therapeutic relationship, maintains staff and patient safety through de

based orientation (due within 90 days of hire), must maintain certification. Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification provided by the organization, required prior to finishing unit

based orientation (due within 90 days of hire), and maintain certification. First Aid certification by the organization, required prior to finishing unit

based orientation (due within 90 days of hire), and maintain certification. Skills: Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

Day shift only - no nights.

Apply to join Nationwide Children's Hospital as a Mental Health Specialist I - Psychiatric Crisis Department (Days).

Key Skills

Trauma-informed careCrisis managementDe-escalationPatient careTherapeutic relationshipsInterdisciplinary collaborationCommunicationProblem-solvingInterpersonal skillsBasic Life SupportTherapeutic Crisis InterventionFirst AidBody mechanicsPatient safety

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Mental Health Specialist I - Psychiatric Crisis Department (Days) at Nationwide Children's Hospital a 3.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Psychiatry physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

This Psychiatry position at Nationwide Children's Hospital 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, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

Stated compensation: Starts at $20.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Trauma-informed care, Crisis management, De-escalation, Patient care, Therapeutic relationships, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Communication, Problem-solving. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: Provides supportive and trauma-informed care to patients and families under the supervision of a registered nurse or clinical supervisor. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and maintains a safe environment through de-escalation and crisis management.

Benefits package: Benefits eligible. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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