Behavioral Specialist

Role

Behavioral Specialist

About the role

Lower Keys Medical Center- Key West, FL

Responsibilities

• Affirms patients' emotional, psychological, and behavioral needs and develops individualized care plans.
• Provides therapeutic interventions such as counseling, behavioral therapy, or play therapy (for children).
• Supports patients in coping with hospitalization, treatment plans, and medical procedures.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals for a multidisciplinary approach.
• Facilitates group sessions, workshops, or educational programs to improve coping mechanisms and mental health.
• Maintains patient progress and adjusts behavioral management plans as necessary.
• Documents patient interactions and maintains accurate, confidential records.
• Educates patients' families and caregivers on behavioral management techniques.
• Acts as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Participates in continuing education and professional development.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health or related field required.
• 1-2 years of experience in a behavioral health or clinical setting required.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of child development, behavior management, and therapeutic techniques (if working with children).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage patients and families effectively.
• Proficiency in behavioral assessment and intervention planning.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Compassion, empathy, and patience when working with diverse patient populations.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in maintaining patient records.

Skills

• De-escalation training certification within 30 days of hire required.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.
• CCLS - Certified Child Life Specialist preferred.