Behavioral Health Associate - Day Shift

Acadia Healthcare • St. Paul, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Capitol Park, our BHAs are responsible for providing support to adults receiving mental health services at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership. Behavior Health Associates will demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards patients. BHAs will address any patient concerns respectfully, and prioritize patient well-being and recovery at all times.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

• Six months or more experience working with the specific population of the facility strongly 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.
• 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 on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Acadia Healthcare 401(K) plan + company match
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee disaster Relief
• Brand new state of the art facility outfitted with cutting edge technology and safety features.
• Opportunity ofr growth that is second to none in the industry.

What This Job Offers

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