Behavioral Health Associate

Youth Care of Utah•Draper, UT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Associate position at Youth Care of Utah, a residential treatment center for adolescents. This role offers an opportunity to gain experience in the behavioral health field while making a difference in the lives of adolescents. Youth Care is owned by Acadia Healthcare, a national leader in the behavioral healthcare industry. Available schedules include Evenings (3 PM - 12 AM) and Nights (12 AM - 9 AM), with both Full-Time and Part-Time options. The position offers shift differentials, free meals, a supportive environment, Paid Time Off (PTO) for both Full-Time and Part-Time employees, an excellent collaborative team, competitive pay, and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
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.

Nice To Haves

Six months or more experience working with the specific population of the facility preferred.

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.
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.
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 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.
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.