Benjamin Henke
Cincinnati
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience working with children and their families during difficult times. Brings proactive ideology to the table when it comes to creating a safe, interactive, and supportive school environment. Known for adaptability and willingness to work within many different contexts. Committed to making meaningful contributions and promoting the well-being of students, staff, family, and community alike.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Facilitator
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2025
- Functions as behavioral leader across waking hours to ensure implementation of therapeutic milieu and group programming.
- Oversees shift to shift application of individualized programming, coaching/oversight of crisis events for staff and patients.
- Communicate and interact with medical professionals, social workers, and families to ensure the highest level of care is provided for each patient.
- Consistently integrates age specific and culturally diverse concepts into patient care, taking into consideration both the patient’s chronological age and developmental functioning.
Behavioral Health Specialist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Provide care for young children, work within a team to maintain a safe and stable environment, and lead programming that ensures therapeutic outcomes.
- Further developed my ability to work within a team, my split-second decision making, and my interpersonal relationship skills with patients, parents, and coworkers.
Infantryman
US Army
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Performed and executed tasks and orders as a member of a five-man squad.
- Transitioned from a member to a leader throughout my time in the squad, effectively led a three-man rifle team.
- Further developed communication and teamwork skills.
Education
Masters of Education - School Counseling
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH04-2026
Bachelors of Art - Psychology
Miami University
Oxford, OH05.2020
High School Diploma -
William Henry Harrison High School
Harrison, OH05.2015
Skills
- Strong observational skills
- Empathetic and non-judgmental approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Team player with strong work ethic
- Core counseling skills
- Student support and advocacy
- Equitable and culturally-sensitive service provider
- Open collaborator
Timeline
Behavioral Health Facilitator
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2025
Behavioral Health Specialist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
05.2020 - 10.2021
Infantryman
US Army
06.2015 - 09.2016
Masters of Education - School Counseling
University of Cincinnati
Bachelors of Art - Psychology
Miami University
High School Diploma -
William Henry Harrison High School
AWARDS
Dean’s List Spring 2019, Miami University
President’s List Fall 2019, Miami University