Behavioral Health Associate 7am to 7:30pm

Acadia Healthcare • Detroit, MI

22h • Onsite

About The Position

WHY JOIN STONE CREST? We are Detroit's leading Mental Health and Psychiatric Hospital offering comprehensive inpatient treatment for adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our programming addresses behavioral and mental health concerns, as well as co-occurring substance use disorders (SUD). Schedule : 12 HOUR SHIFTS - 3 DAYS A WEEK - with Weekend Shift Diffential Only Total Rewards for our Behavioral Health Assoicate's Include: Health & Wellness – Take care of yourself and your loved ones with medical, dental, and vision plans. Retirement Ready – Secure your future with our 401(k) plan and company match—it’s never too early to start planning for tomorrow. Paid Time Off – Recharge with a PTO package that includes vacation, sick days, and extended sick leave. Professional Growth – Step into an industry-leading opportunity with growth potential like no other. PURPOSE STATEMENT: Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience working with the specific population of the facility preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services.
• Ensure the well - being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment .
• Responsibl e for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with indivi dualized 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.
• May oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens.
• May o btain 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 on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.
• May p rovide transportation f or patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member .
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.  When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.  Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness – Take care of yourself and your loved ones with medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Ready – Secure your future with our 401(k) plan and company match—it’s never too early to start planning for tomorrow.
• Paid Time Off – Recharge with a PTO package that includes vacation, sick days, and extended sick leave.
• Professional Growth – Step into an industry-leading opportunity with growth potential like no other.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED