Behavioral Health Assistant/Driver - Detox and Inpatient Part-Time

Horizon Health Services • Buffalo, NY

1d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Village is seeking a Behavioral Health Assistant to join their team. This role involves assisting patients in a mental health and addictions setting, supporting them through recovery. The position offers a supportive, team-based work environment with a comprehensive onboarding process. The company is recognized as a Best Place to Work in NYS for 17 consecutive years and one of America's Best Workplaces, emphasizing a culture of collaboration and making a difference.

Requirements

• An Associate’s degree and 1 year of behavioral health or healthcare work experience required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years of behavioral health or healthcare work experience required.
• A clean, valid, NYS driver’s license, three years of driving experience, and reliable transportation to travel locally on a regular basis required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient admissions and discharges.
• Perform hourly building rounds to ensure patient safety.
• Complete room searches throughout the facility.
• Administer toxicology screenings.
• Supervise wellness and family group activities.
• Guide patients through the challenges of recovery.
• Address patient behaviors using a patient-centered approach.
• Transport patients as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) AND profit-sharing programs
• Student Loan Assistance
• 10% discount on tuition through a partnership with Capella University for employees and their families
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree