Behavioral Health Associate

COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE•Selah, WA

6d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services. 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. This position is 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. This position is full time, with a set work schedule, comprehensive benefits package, and a competitive wage. The work schedule is as follows: Friday through Tuesday 3:00pm - 11:30m Selah E&T is a sixteen-bed facility that serves adults who require inpatient treatment due to an emotional crisis or change in function due to a mental illness. The program utilizes a multidisciplinary team to provide evaluation, stabilization, and brief treatment, along with an individualized and comprehensive discharge plan that emphasizes community resources and family support.

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

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

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
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