Behavioral Health Associate

COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE • Yakima, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Associates provide care, support, and a safe living environment for individuals residing within our 24-hour inpatient and residential facilities. Behavioral Health Associates provide supportive counseling and skills development through individual or group sessions to assist clients with stabilizing symptoms and learning illness management skills. These positions are part of an interdisciplinary team that provides individualized, trauma-informed treatment in collaboration with the client’s natural support systems to help ensure a smooth transition to community outpatient treatment. This role is best suited to someone who communicates effectively, remaining supportive and empathetic during challenging situations, and who values teamwork and collaboration in working toward the goal of improving the lives of the individuals we serve. A general understanding of behavioral health issues is helpful. These positions are full time, with a set work schedule, comprehensive benefits package, and competitive wages including shift differentials for evening and overnight hours (extra $1/hr for 6pm-midnight and $1.50/hr for midnight-6am). Bridges is a is a sixteen-bed unit that provides short-term evaluation and stabilization for adults who are experiencing a mental health crisis. The program provides treatment, support, and a comprehensive discharge plan in a trauma-informed environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous related experience preferred
• Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
• Candidates must complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

• A general understanding of behavioral health issues is helpful.

Responsibilities

• developing and conducting social & leisure activities for clients
• facilitating educational, behavioral health, or skill-building groups
• coaching clients in practical living skills such as nutrition, budgeting, and other independent living activities
• accompanying clients to appointments, community events, and outings
• providing daily oversight of medication self-administration and monitoring symptoms & medication response
• maintaining a safe and clean environment, which may vary from general housekeeping to deep cleaning depending on assigned facility
• completing required documentation that reflects the activities, goals, and progress of each client
• ensuring the safety of yourself, other staff, and clients by properly using personal protective equipment (PPE), including N95 respirator masks, when appropriate

Benefits

• Training and Development
• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs
• Innovative Program & Services
• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services
• Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
• Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
• Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
• Access to Employee Assistance Program services
• Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
• Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
• Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
• Financial incentives to further employee education
• Tuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing additional education
• Employer-funded student loan repayment assistance

What This Job Offers

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