About this opportunity
ArborSys Group lists this Lead Pediatric Behavioral Health Nurse Supervisor opportunity in helena, Montana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
The Nursing House Supervisor serves as the hospital’s on-shift clinical leader, overseeing nursing operations, staffing coordination, crisis response, and patient care support across the organization. This position provides hands‑on leadership, coaching, and operational oversight while ensuring compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices in pediatric behavioral health care.
The House Supervisor plays a critical role in maintaining a therapeutic and safe environment for patients, families, and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Provide hospital‑wide nursing leadership during assigned shifts
Coordinate staffing, assignments, workload balancing, and call‑off coverage
Serve as the first responder to behavioral crises, emergencies, and safety events
Lead de‑escalation efforts and coordinate multidisciplinary crisis response
Support and mentor nursing staff through real‑time coaching and clinical guidance
Monitor patient care quality, safety, supervision, and therapeutic effectiveness
Ensure compliance with documentation standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, admissions, and nursing leadership
Assist with admissions, transfers, staffing coverage, and direct patient care as needed
Serve as acting administrative authority during off‑shift hours when nursing leadership is unavailable
Help resolve patient, family, and employee concerns professionally and effectively
Qualifications and Experience
Strong leadership presence with the ability to make sound clinical decisions under pressure
Excellent communication, organization, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to coach, mentor, and support nursing staff in a collaborative manner
Commitment to trauma‑informed, patient‑and family‑centered care
Ability to multitask and adapt in a high‑acuity behavioral health environment
Physical ability to safely intervene during behavioral emergencies and perform approved crisis management techniques
This position starts at $48.76 per hour and offers a comprehensive benefit package. Applicants may be eligible for up to $30,000 in student loan assistance.
Required Qualifications
Current RN license in the State of Montana or compact state
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children and adolescents in a mental health setting
Ability to work flexible schedules and shifts
CPI APS certification within 2 months of hire
Ability to maintain all required hospital certifications
Preferred Qualifications
BSN
Previous charge nurse, team lead, or supervisory experience
Experience in psychiatric hospital or residential treatment settings
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Worksite address
helena, MT, 59604, US
Who can apply
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