Behavioral Health Associate 1

Acadia•Sunset, LA

About The Position

Acadiana Treatment Center (ATC) is a 45-bed residential treatment center providing behavioral health services to adolescent females ages 12–17 in the Sunset area. The Behavioral Health Associate provides hands-on care and compassionate support to help keep patients safe and support their recovery in a structured, team-focused environment. The role works under clinical or nursing leadership and emphasizes empathy, teamwork, accountability, and patient safety. This is a full-time night position with a schedule of 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The role offers predictable schedules, opportunities for skill development and career growth, and support from clinical and nursing leaders. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience working with a similar patient population, or an associate's degree.
CPR certification required; training provided upon hire.
De-escalation and restraint certification required; training provided upon hire.
First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds and push or pull up to 100 pounds.
Ability to grasp, squeeze, bend, stoop, twist, crouch, squat, kneel, crawl, reach, use arms, wrists, and hands repetitively, walk on uneven surfaces, stand, and walk.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership.
Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional approach with patients and team members.
Address patient concerns promptly and respectfully to support satisfaction and safety.
Recognize and respond to patient needs, prioritizing safety.
Perform physical activities necessary to help ensure the safety of patients and staff, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, walking, and standing.