Behaviorial Specialist in Rockford, Illinois at Swedish American

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assists the interdisciplinary team in providing direct patient care under the direction of the Charge Nurse. Leads educational groups. Provides and participates in co-leadership of supportive therapy under the direction and supervision of the Behavioral Therapist.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology or related field required. At least two years experience in a psychiatric setting preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Current certification in nonviolent crisis intervention required within 90 days of hire. CPR Bi-annual certification required.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication, organizational and critical decision-making skills. Successful completion of annual clinical, age specific and job specific competencies and skills validation tools.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.