Job Information
Acadia Healthcare Behavioral Health Associate - 11pm - 7am in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Description
The Behavioral Health Associate is responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Belmont Behavioral Health System is currently hiring for part-time and full-time Behavioral Health Associates.
Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Behavioral Health Associate will be responsible for:
Completing portions of the patient assessment.
Provides patient care.
Assesses units for safety.
Maintains complete and accurate documentation.
Leads and co-leads therapeutic activities.
The position requires:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) and 2 years of experience in Human Services and/or Behavioral Health required.
Bachelor's degree or higher in a human services or related field and 1 year of experience in Human Services and/or Behavioral Health preferred.
Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
Qualifications
Education
Required
- High School/GED or better
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)