Program Specialist I

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The Program Specialist I assumes the primary caretaker role for psychiatric patients ages Pre-K through adolescents which includes 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 on call as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or Equivalent required

• Experience in inpatient or partial hospital psychiatric treatment preferred

• Pediatric experience preferred

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

• Heartsaver CPR within 60 days of start date

• CSC SCM training must be completed within 60 days of start date

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