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

Horizon Health Services • Buffalo, NY

13d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Assistant/Driver works at Horizon’s detox and stabilization center in Buffalo, New York, supporting patients in a detox and inpatient setting. The position assists with admissions and discharges, performs safety rounds and room searches, administers toxicology screenings, supervises activities, helps patients navigate recovery, responds to patient behaviors using a patient-centered approach, and transports patients as needed. The role is full-time, Sunday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Requirements

• An associate’s degree and one year of behavioral health or healthcare work experience; alternatively, a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of behavioral health or healthcare work experience.
• A clean, valid New York State driver’s license.
• Three years of driving experience.
• Reliable transportation for regular local travel.

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.
• Monthly student loan assistance; the posting states that after one year, employees will have received an extra $600 toward student loans.
• 10% tuition discount through Capella University for employees and eligible family members.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Training and support for personal development and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree