Behavioral Health Aide

Lifepoint Health•Pasco, WA

1d•$18 - $25

About The Position

Lourdes Behavioral Health, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Behavioral Health Aide to support the Adult Inpatient Unit/CTF (Transitions Unit). The role contributes to the unit’s day-to-day operations and to the care, health, and safety of patients, families, and coworkers. The aide documents clinical services, communicates effectively across departments, works as part of a team, and demonstrates professional accountability. Care should reflect the population, culture, and specific needs of the patients served. This is a PRN, day-shift union position. The hourly pay range is $17.86–$25.15. The role requires a high school diploma and a Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor credential, or an application for that credential within 30 days of employment, subject to the stated alternatives.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Critical-thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Must have or apply for a Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor credential within 30 days of employment. The posting also accepts current LMHC, LMHCA, LMFT, LMFTA, LASW, LICSW, or LSWAA credentials as defined by the Washington State Department of Health.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or a related field.
Three years of recent clinical or management experience in mental health treatment.
Bilingual and/or English-Spanish speaking ability.
Ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
The posting lists ACLS, PALS, NRP, and CNOR certifications.

Responsibilities

Assist with day-to-day operations of the Adult Inpatient Unit/CTF (Transitions Unit).
Maintain and promote effective communication between the unit and other departments.
Document clinical services.
Exhibit teamwork in providing services.
Demonstrate professional accountability.
Implement measures that safeguard the welfare, care, health, and safety of patients, families, and coworkers.
Provide care using basic knowledge and skills appropriate to the population, culture, and specific needs of patients served.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for full-time and part-time employees.
Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Paid family leave.
At least 10 days of paid time off per year for full-time employees.
Eight paid holidays per year.
Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
Loan assistance.
401(k) retirement package with company match.
Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.