Acute Behavioral Health Associate II - Direct Patient Care

Palms-Behavioral-Health-3; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Palms Behavioral Health in Harlingen, Texas seeks a Behavioral Health Associate I to join the acute unit under licensed nurse supervision. You will monitor patient behaviors, provide continuous care, and document data for the treatment team.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, conducting safety checks, and participating in educational-rehabilitative groups to support treatment goals. On-site position with competitive salary.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience with the population preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation or restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report patient behaviors as part of the treatment team.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and supervision.
• Conduct safety checks and maintain patient records timely.
• Take vital signs and communicate changes to clinical team.
• Assist with group activities and treatment goals.

Skills

CPR certification

De-escalation techniques

Vital signs monitoring

Observation/reporting

Patient care assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Palms Behavioral Health in Harlingen, Texas seeks a Behavioral Health Associate I to join the acute unit under licensed nurse supervision. You will monitor patient behaviors, provide continuous care, and document data for the treatment team.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, conducting safety checks, and participating in educational-rehabilitative groups to support treatment goals. On-site position with competitive salary.