Behavioral Associate BHI 4 Dearth

Children's of Alabama; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's of Alabama seeks a Behavioral Associate to provide constant supervision and care for pediatric patients in the Behavioral Health Inpatient unit on Main Campus Dearth Tower. The role involves monitoring patients with diverse mental, emotional or developmental needs, ensuring safety and engaging in therapeutic activities during day shifts.

Shift pattern is full-time on the Day Shift, with 3 twelve-hour shifts and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant supervision and oversight of pediatric patients with diverse mental, emotional or developmental conditions.
• Assist with safety, disengagement and engagement activities as part of the care team.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

In Behavioral Health Inpatient at Main Campus Dearth Tower

Work schedule will be Full-time on the Day Shift, 3- 12 Hour shifts with 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

Lift up to fifty (50) pounds and apply physical effort when necessary, including evidence based hands-on disengagement and engagement skills.

Essential:

• Basic Life Support

Nonessential:

• Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification

Essential:

• 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 decision making 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- 12 Hour shifts with rotating weekends, Day Shift, 12-Hour Shifts