Behavioral Health Associate -$13.50 -$15.00

Acadia Healthcare • Magee, MS

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About The Position

We are searching for full time employees at our Magee, MS location to become members of our team helping children live healthier, more productive lives. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Vacation Time, Sick Time and 401 K are offered. Must be 21 to be hired.

Requirements

• Must be 21 to be hired.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment.
• Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.
• Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record.
• Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff.
• Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.
• Oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens.
• May obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document in patient record.
• Facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management and independent living skills.
• Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.
• Complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.
• May provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• 401 K

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees