Behavioral Associate 5 Dearth

Children's of Alabama; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Behavioral Associate at Children's of Alabama provides constant supervision and oversight of patients with diverse mental, emotional or developmental needs within the Behavioral Health Inpatient unit. This full-time, night-shift role requires a High School Diploma and Basic Life Support, with the ability to work with a multidisciplinary team to keep children safe and engaged.

Three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends, and duties include aiding with care planning, documenting

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support required.
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant supervision and safety for pediatric patients in inpatient psychiatric care.
• Assist with day-to-day care and decision-making alongside psychiatrists, therapists, and nurse practitioners.
• Support patient engagement and implement behavioral health interventions as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Patient supervision

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computer

Patient Records

Reports

Job description

In Behavioral Health Inpatient 5 Dearth at Main Campus Dearth Tower
Work schedule will be Full-time on the Night Shift shift, 3 twelve hour shifts a week, rotating weekends.

Summary

The Behavioral Associate is responsible for providing constant supervision and oversight of patients with diverse mental, emotional or developmental conditions

Other Information

BCLS, CPI, Equipment/Work Aides: Computer, Patient Records, Reports

Essential - Credentials

• Basic Life Support

Nonessential

• Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification

Essential - Education

• High School Diploma Graduate or Equivalent

Experience With Equivalent Qualifications

The Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit is comprised of 44 beds and provides a therapeutic, engaging environment for children ages 4 to 18. The Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit is a rewarding place to work where our care team makes an impact on children’s lives with every interaction. Along with psychiatrists, therapists, and nurse practitioners, we are involved in the day to‑day care and decisionmaking that helps kids and families live their best lives. We work hands‑on with children of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, suicide,self-control, and trauma. We teach them new emotional and behavioral skills in a fun and interactive way. Our patients need to know that someone cares and can help keep them safe. Someone who can listen compassionately without judgement.

Getting to know Children's: Behavioral Health Inpatient

Schedule: 3 twelve hour shifts a week, rotating weekends, Day Shift, 12-Hour Shifts